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Q: How to send a command to a running application via commandline Salve!  I want to exit my GUI application (vb.net 4) using a commandline parameter.  I should send this from the commandline:
myapplication.exe quit

-and an already running instance of the application should exit.
Now, I have a mutex detection in place so that I can only have one instance of the application running at a time.  It seems that if I send a commandline, it won't work on an already running application; it will only work on one that is launching.

A: Easy Send Message to Running Instance of Application
Hello, everyone!  After finding this nice post here, looking for a way that a single application would do one thing with the first instance, but the second instance would cause the first instance do something else.
The value of this is that you can (with your own, additional programming) use this to achieve the effect of sending commandline parameters to a running application.  You would actually use a second instance of the app to send the commandline parameters as messages to the first instance.  It works okay on my Windows XP, but I'm rather new to vb.net, so if you've any improvements, I'd like to know!
So I adapted anoriginalidea's nice example and below is my result.  This is the bare-bones of it all, so you just see here the essentials of the process.
It works like this:

*

*First, stick this here module in your application.

*Then launch app1

*you will get a message saying, "InterCom Server Reporting for Duty!"

*now launch app2 - you will get a message (it is actually from app1!), saying "My name is
really Bob!" to let you know that the function fired off.

*then app2 will exit (you told it to in sub main) and
then app1 will exit becuase app2 told it to exit when InterComClient()
was called.

first add this as your sub main
the mutex will check to see if your application is already running or not.
Public Sub Main()
    Dim createdNew As Boolean = True
    Using mutex As New Mutex(True, "TestForKalatorMutexProcess", createdNew)
        If createdNew Then
            InterComServer()
            'BE SURE TO CHANGE myApplication TO YOUR PRIMARY FORM!
            Application.Run(new myApplication)
        Else
            InterComClient()
            application.exit()
        End If
    End Using
End Sub

Now Add this in a module in your application
Imports System.Runtime.Remoting
Imports System.Runtime.Remoting.Channels
Imports System.Runtime.Remoting.Channels.ipc 'You have to add this as a reference!

Public Module intercom
#Region "-------------InterShared-------------------------------------"
Public Interface ICommunicationService
    Sub SaySomething(ByVal text As String)
End Interface
#End Region

#Region "-------------InterComClient-------------------------------------"
'This will run on the second instance
Public Sub InterComClient(ByRef intercommessage As String)
    Try
        Dim ipcCh As New IpcChannel("myClient")
        ChannelServices.RegisterChannel(ipcCh, False)
        Dim obj As ICommunicationService = DirectCast(Activator.GetObject(GetType(ICommunicationService), "ipc://IPChannelName/SreeniRemoteObj"), ICommunicationService)
        obj.SaySomething(intercommessage)
        Thread.Sleep(1000)
        ChannelServices.UnregisterChannel(ipcCh)
    Catch ex As Exception
        'If you use this as a way to exit your application, be sure to discard this exception
        'because the InterCom Server won't be running to receive the closing of the channel
        'and it will throw a "Pipe Ended" error that can't be solved.
        'To "discard" the error, simply catch it and don't do anything.
        'Dim errmsg As New Messenger("Exception in InterComClient" & vbCr & ex.Message)
    End Try
End Sub
#End Region

#Region "-------------InterComServer-------------------------------------"
Public Class CommunicationService
    Inherits MarshalByRefObject
    Implements ICommunicationService
    Public Sub SaySomething(ByVal whatmessage As String) Implements ICommunicationService.SaySomething
        msgbox("InterCom Client Heard this : " & whatmessage)
        Application.exit
    End Sub
End Class

Public Sub InterComServer()
    Dim ipcCh As IpcChannel
    ipcCh = New IpcChannel("IPChannelName")
    ChannelServices.RegisterChannel(ipcCh, False)
    RemotingConfiguration.RegisterWellKnownServiceType(GetType(CommunicationService), "SreeniRemoteObj", WellKnownObjectMode.Singleton)
    MsgBox("InterCom Server Reporting for Duty!")
End Sub
#End Region

End Module

[update]
Just FYI for anyone, I've used this in my application now for awhile, and it seems to work very well.

A: What if you kept the commandline open for input and just listen for the Enter/Return key being pressed? You could then check to see whether they passed in the word quit or other program commands.

A: What you need is to setup some form of inter-process communication.  When your 2nd instance is launched with command line parameters, before it terminates itself due to your single-instance mutex code, it needs to signal the 1st instance and pass the paramteres to it.
Now that being said, if the only command line paramater you are processing is ever going to be quit, then you can instead interate the running processes in the system (see System.Diagnotics.Process) and kill the 1st instance.

A: In Visual Basic .Net Windows Forms Application, These steps must be done at first:
1-  Open Project Properties('Project' Menu->  Properties)
2-  Choose 'Application' Tab-page.
3-  Check on 'Make single instance Application' Option.
4-  Click on the 'View Application Events' to View Application Events Module code.
https://barnamenevis.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=154139&d=1667144883

Then...
Choose 'StartupNextInstance' Event of Application, Then put this code(for e.x.) :
    Partial Friend Class MyApplication
Dim ci As New Customer
Private Sub MyApplication_StartupNextInstance(sender As Object, e As Microsoft.VisualBasic.ApplicationServices.StartupN  extInstanceEventArgs) Handles Me.StartupNextInstance
    Dim Params() As String = e.CommandLine.ToArray
    Dim Command(-1) As String
    For i = 0 To Params.Length - 1
        Command = Params(i).Split(":")
        Select Case Command(0).ToLower
            Case "/n", "/name" : ci.Name = Command(1)
            Case "/f", "/family" : ci.Family = Command(1)
            Case "/b", "/birthday" : ci.Birthday = Command(1)
            Case "/m", "/mobile" : ci.Mobile = Command(1)
            Case "/ph", "/phone" : ci.Phone = Command(1)
            Case "/i", "/image" : ci.Image = Command(1)
        End Select
    Next
    My.Forms.Form1.SetInfo(ci)
End Sub
End Class

*

*This is the 'Customer Class' Code used in above Statements:
  Public Class Customer
Private NameValue As String
Public Property Name() As String
    Get
        Return NameValue
    End Get
    Set(ByVal value As String)
        NameValue = value
    End Set
End Property
Private FamilyValue As String
Public Property Family() As String
    Get
        Return FamilyValue
    End Get
    Set(ByVal value As String)
        FamilyValue = value
    End Set
End Property
Private BirthdayValue As String
Public Property Birthday() As String
    Get
        Return BirthdayValue
    End Get
    Set(ByVal value As String)
        BirthdayValue = value
    End Set
End Property
Private MobileValue As String
Public Property Mobile() As String
    Get
        Return MobileValue
    End Get
    Set(ByVal value As String)
        MobileValue = value
    End Set
End Property
Private PhoneValue As String
Public Property Phone() As String
    Get
        Return PhoneValue
    End Get
    Set(ByVal value As String)
        PhoneValue = value
    End Set
End Property
Private ImageValue As String
Public Property Image() As String
    Get
        Return ImageValue
    End Get
    Set(ByVal value As String)
        ImageValue = value
    End Set
End Property End Class

Now for send any parameter as known parameter in Application 'StartupNextInstance' Event Procedure, You can make any program you want, anyway this code Help you to know how to make that:
Console Application:
https://barnamenevis.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=154149&stc=1&d=1667325874
Module Module1
    Dim WithEvents DestinationProcess As Process
    Sub Main()
        Dim Command As String = ""
        Dim DestinationApp As String = String.Format("{0}{1}", My.Application.Info.DirectoryPath, _
                                                      "\DestinationApp.exe")
        Dim params() As String = {""}

        Dim Args As String = ""
        Do Until Command.ToLower = "quit"
            Console.Write("Send Info>")
            Command = Console.ReadLine
            Console.WriteLine()
            params = Command.Split(Space(1))
            Select Case params(0).ToLower
                Case "set", "setinfo"
                    Args = ""
                    If params.Length > 1 Then
                        For i = 1 To params.Length - 1
                            Args += params(i) + If(i = params.Length - 1, "", Space(1))
                        Next
                        DestinationProcess = Process.Start(DestinationApp, Args)
                    Else
                        Console.WriteLine("Use Set Command with Parameters {[/n:<name>] [/f:<family>] [/b:<birthday>] [/m:<mobile>] [/ph:<phone>] [/i:<image file path>]}")
                    End If
            End Select
            Console.WriteLine()
        Loop
    End Sub
 End Module

Use Parameters:
Set /n:{Name} /f:{Family} /b:{Birthday} /m:{mobileNumber} /ph:{PhoneNumber} /i:{Image File Path}
You can also Modify Each one of this options when you want by use 'Set' or 'SetInfo' Command.
Download Demo...
Source Application(Source Code), {Console Application}
Destination Application(Source Code), {Windows Forms Application}

If you want to use Command Prompt or Registry Command for Send Command to your own-Application:
Add this Code to 'StartupNextInstance' Event of Application Events:
Select Case e.CommandLine.Count
    Case 1
      Select Case e.CommandLine(0).ToLower
         Case "quit"
          End
       End Select
End Select

Good luck.

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Victoriei Square is probably the busiest and most elaborately designed in town. A long stretch of trees and colourful flowers surrounding a fountain lead the eyes towards the grand Orthodox Cathedral on the south end. A varied selection of bars, cafes and chain restaurants line this the green space of this tourist-oriented gathering spot.
A little further north is Union Square, a wide open area surrounded entirely by beautiful baroque buildings. There are a lot of great cafes here as well, a perfect spot to relax in the evening and mingle with locals.
Trams are commonplace throughout Central and Eastern Europe. From Prague to Warsaw and all the way down in Sarajevo, these electric streetcars are the standard of urban transit.
In the majority of these cities, the tram systems are being upgraded. Newer carriages are replacing the old, Soviet models, and signalling is almost completely automated. However, though newer models do make a regular appearance in Timisoara, the old, rickety carts are an experience in themselves.
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Something we promote nearly everywhere we visit is a free walking tour. These are such a fantastic way to get your bearings and have a quick crash-course on the history of a destination.
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Take a peek back a few decades into life during the communist era. Located in an old house, the museum holds relics of a time most would rather forget.
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Though opinions tend to be mixed, there were more than enough who had it with life under communism. In mid-December, 1989, a short but ultimately successful revolution began in Timisoara and spread throughout the country.
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Entrance to the museum is 10 lei, with another 10 lei fee for photography.
One of the most recognizable sights in all of Timisoara is the beautiful Orthodox cathedral. The stunning centrepiece of Victoriei Square can't be missed. The design itself is a architectural breath of fresh air after seeing so many other, more classic, baroque buildings in this part of Europe. However, the real splendor is within.
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As former chefs, food is clearly more than just a fuel source when we travel. We're constantly looking for traditional local cuisine, interesting fusions and new, modern cooking styles.
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The menu rotates daily and features nothing but a selection of three or four soups – all delicious. Each day also features at least one vegetarian or vegan option, when we visited there were both. You simply make your choice, and it's handed to you in a paper cup – much like a takeaway coffee would.
We had roasted tomato and Thai chicken, both were outstanding and very hearty. Though we did have a bit of a chuckle with the second option. Upon ordering, we were warned that the Thai was "Quite spicy." Apparently, Romanians have a much different opinion of the word than we do.
Oh yeah, they also have chocolate cake.
La Căpițe is one of the hip evening spots along the Bega River. It's an open-air patio restaurant that is perfect during the summer months. It's known mostly for it's cheap Romania bar snacks and often has live music on the weekends – these nights a small entry fee is occasionally charged.
We spent a couple hours here one evening, just soaking up the lively atmosphere. We shared a plate of grilled sausages with mustard and bread, as well as a charcuterie platter with meats, cheeses, and pickled vegetables. Throw in two 1/2 litre bottles of the local Timisoarana beer, and our total bill came out to only 41 lei, or about $13 CAD!
This hip spot is wildly popular with locals and visitors alike. We stopped by on our first evening, on a recommendation of a local friend of ours. The menu features everything from soups and pasta to Asian fusion and grilled meats.
We had a fairly simple vegetable soup, which helped us justify the monstrous burger that followed. The huge patty was cooked perfectly medium-well and was incredibly juicy. There was a pile of crispy bacon and melted cheese that you'd expect on any great burger, and bbq sauce poured out the sides. It was an absolute mess to eat but was worth every splatter.
Just south of Union Square, this simple sandwich shop is very affordable and delicious. Featuring classic like the Philly cheesesteak and meatball subs, as well as some more creative options, if you're a sandwich fan, this is the place to be.
Like many spots in the centre of town, there's nice little patio to sit back on when the weather is right, and plenty of funky music.
We went for the grilled salmon on ciabatta. A generous portion of salmon, creamy leek sauce, capers, dill, and plenty of greens. It was more than enough for the two of us and was ridiculously good!
Finally, for those carnivores out there, get your Southern-style BBQ on at Meat Busters. Located on the edge of Union Square, it's a little pricier than the rest on this list but is still great value for money.
Grilled sausages, ribs, and pork knuckle are just a few of the delicious options available. However, their real specialty is the selection of pulled-pork sandwiches. The pork is slow roasted for 18 hours and smoked with whisky barrel wood, then mixed with their outstanding house-made bbq sauce and served on a brioche bun with pickles and slaw.


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Summit County Library book club connects teens
Students in grades seven through 12 can join
Education | April 18, 2017
Bubba Brown
bubba@parkrecord.com
The Summit County Library recently started a book club for students in grades seven through 12. Kirsten Nilsson, youth services librarian, says the club presents a chance for students to read books outside of school and make friendships with their peers.
(Park Record file photo)
Teens in Summit County looking for some book recommendations, or even just to spend time with some like-minded students, have a new place to hang out.
In the fall, the Summit County Library started the "Read It & Reap Book Club" for students throughout the county in grades seven through 12. The club, which meets on the fourth Monday of each month, explores books in various genres, offering students the chance to push out of their literary comfort zones and try something new.
"It helps them learn different concepts and gives them different perspectives," said Shaylee Phelps, outreach services librarian for the Summit County Library. "And it gives them a different experience than video games or garbage TV or YouTube and anything like that. It helps them think about things in a different way and is hopefully thought-provoking."
Phelps said the library started the club after encouragement from its teen advisory board, which had long been clamoring for one. But with students spread throughout the far reaches of the county, it took some creativity to make the club accessible to everyone. Rather than requiring teens from Coalville and Kamas to drive to the Kimball Junction Branch, for instance, the library uses video chat at its three branches to connect the students at each meeting.
"We wanted to make it countywide because we're the Summit County Library with three branches," Phelps said. "But we didn't want to make the kids have to travel to one spot. Even if we only get two kids at each of the branches, that's still six kids. That's a pretty good discussion group."
Kristen Nilsson, a youth services librarian, said the club has been heartening because engaging young readers is one of the library's top priorities. She encourages any teen interested in books to join.
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In June, the library plans to make an important tweak to the club, however. Rather than having students all read the same book, they will be allowed to choose their own book each month within certain themes, ranging from love to magical creatures, Phelps said. Then, at the monthly meeting, they'll participate in crafts and other activities related to the theme, which Phelps hopes will inspire a more informal discussion of books that will entice even more students to join the club.
"It won't be so much like a sit-down discussion," she said. "What we've found is teens just want to hang out and be with other teens. They don't necessarily want that deep, thought-provoking discussion like adults seek when they join a book club. We figure that, if we do crafts, they'll have something to do that's a little more fun, then they can each discuss the books they read. So maybe it will be like, 'Oh, that sounds great. I want to read that book now.' It will be them learning from other teens."
More information about the club can be found at the library's website, thesummitcountylibrary.org. The next meeting is scheduled for April 24 at 6 p.m. at any of the branches in the county. This month's book is "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys.
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Discussion in 'E83 X3 (2004-2010)' started by Tennis Dad, Sep 13, 2015.
My 2008 X3 just turned 101k miles and after a busy day on the road, about 100 miles, I retuned to my office and stayed for half an hour. Everything about the car was normal that day. I left the office to go home and discover that it wouldn't go into any gear. Everything seems to be neutral except park. 2 days later, I had it towed to my Indie where it has sat for 3 days. The only thing he noticed when moving the car from where AAA dropped it was that it actually worked in drive, but there was no reverse. I have never had any kind of issue like this with any car I've ever owned and I've owned many.
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Q: iverilog syntax for include? I'm trying to include a Verilog file (alu.v) in my main file (cpu.v). Both files are in the same directory.
'include "alu.v"

 module cpu();
 ...
 ...
 endmodule

When I try to compile it, I get the following error.
cpu.v:1 syntax error
I give up

I don't see how the include statement is wrong. I'm sure my syntax is correct like shown here.

A: Don't be so sure! Proof you mess with something, it does not work.
The preprocessor directives in Verilog begin with a back-tick (`) not an apostrophe (').
Try:
`include "alu.v"

Instead of:
'include "alu.v"


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Chantel Jeffries Denies Numerous Arrests After Bieber Drama
Justin Bieber's 'girlfriend' & her 'life of crime'
Is Chantel Jeffries fast? Fast enough to hang with Justin Bieber. She was apparently at the 'scene of the crime'. Or she was near by. Anyway her name has come up in connection with Bieber and his recent misfortunes. So here's a little more on the mystery lady.
fast enough for ya?
courtesy of HollyscoopTV
Justin Bieber's new chick Chantel Jeffries is not happy about reports claiming she has a
string of arrests in her past, or the fact that her life is exposed to
the public now that she is dating the Biebes.
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Jeffries — who was in the Lambo the night Justin got arrested and in
Panama with him vacationing after the arrest, says the statistics of her
numerous arrests and bad behavior are wrong. A NY newspaper reported
21-year-old Chantel's past including busts for assault with a deadly
weapon (a knife) and reckless driving. 92 mph in a 70. She finally
speaks and tells TMZ: "I have not been arrested five times as has been
stated in the media, nor am I guilty of physically assaulting anyone, in
any way shape or form." Her attorney explains Chantel was arrested when
she was 18 for a misdemeanor assault, but it was ultimately dismissed
due to insufficient evidence. Other than that, he says she's only had
"traffic violations." As for complaining about her new public life, she
says: "I am a full time student who had enjoyed a normal lifestyle,
free from public scrutiny and criticism, until now. What has happened to
me is wrong."
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Even Wonder Woman can get cheeky!
You know who else is fast? Gal Gadot. She's been fast and furious for years before becoming the controversial new Wonder Woman. I say controversial because there has been some' debate' about her. Fanboys worry that her boobs aren't big enough to fulfill their expectations. Others skirt the issue by asking whether she's muscular enough. Suspicious types question whether they're really referring to her 'boob muscles'. If you've ever read comics then you know that a super heroines boob muscles are one of her most effective weapons in the battle against evil!
fasten your seat belt
Gadot's also gotten in a little trouble for some of the 'racy' adds she's done for Israeli upscale dept store Castro's (if that's like a Jewish version of Grace Bros then they could have their own TV show!). She did something a couple of years back that showed her naked in an elevator. Everything was pixelated into oblivion. So no one really got to see anything. Still there were some uptight religious types who got their noses, or something, out of joint. Sometimes when religious types get something out of joint over sex it's lower down on the anatomy and usually right below the belt! I have to blame Gadot on that. You just can't go around turning on people who can't handle it!
Gadot's ass goes rogue!
Gadot is once again proving to be ten thousand volts of current plugged into a 10 watt switchboard. She's done another 'racy' video for Castro's that's once again raising eyebrows, or something. This doesn't involve vague pixelated nudity. Gadot is fully clothed in some very snug fitting blue jeans. She's also twerking! Twerking is a bad habit that's been making the celebrity rounds ever since Miley Cyrus at the VMAs. Now since GG's become a big deal she might have got too big for her boots and told Castro's to go fly a kite. However she acted like a stand up broad and not only did their commercial, but appeared in a recent fashion show for them. Instead of getting credit for being down to earth and a good sport, poor Wonder Woman is getting shit for being too sexy in her latest ad, and is once again forced to defend herself! There have even been some reports filed with the proper government authorities with the intent of getting Gadot's offending back side – or tush as they call it over there – banned from the airwaves. At least until it learns to behave it's self in public (Sometimes celebrity body parts develop a life of their own and go rogue – like Angleina Jolie's leg at the Oscars. In this case however it's Gadot's backside.). Now that you've got the vague back story, let's have a look at that ad!
twerking with Wonder Woman
Now that's what you call Shake & Bake! So it wasn't Lawrence Welk. It wasn't a grilled cheese strip tease either. She just got a little 'cheeky'. Shit, Joey Heatherton was going farther than that on Serta commercials back in the late 60's – and now a word from our sponsors!
& the legend lives on – whether she's a perfect sleeper 'beautiful dreamer awake unto me'. Anyway Gal Gadot didn't exactly go Pussy Riot or anything. She just wiggled her ass in a TV commercial. Then again they're not talking about sending her to Siberia – just banning her backside. If there are half as many religious cranks living in Israel as the Gadot protests suggest, then their open line radio shows must be a blast and a half!
Well Wonder Woman is finding out that in the fame game, & even if you're a former Miss Israel, people will find fault. Either your tits are too small, or your ass is too big! Hang in there Wonder Woman! Is the world ready for you, and the magic that you do?
Now to leave you with some more vintage television commercial circa 1973. It was a simpler time, America struggled to come to terms with a President who did some mildly illegal stuff, Archie Bunker challenged ignorance by personifying it for Norman Lear, & back when Jim Rockford had just moved into the trailer! Let's climb into the wayback machine for about ten minutes for some time travel nostalgia!
Justin Bieber in Panama with Chantel Jeffries – New Beach Pics
Meet The Model Justin Bieber Had In The Lambo When He Was Popped For DUI, Chantel Jeffries [PHOTOS]
Chantel Jeffries – Why She Was Happy About Justin Bieber's Arrest
ReTargeter Announces New CEO, Blair Jeffris
Justin Bieber's beautiful passenger Chantel Jeffries has long police record
Chantel Jeffries Receives Lucrative Offer from NYC Strip Club
Chantel Jeffries, Justin Bieber Drag Racing Passenger, Strikes Sexy Instagram Poses
Justin Bieber Avoids Rehab & Flees To Panama With Chantel Jeffries
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Fluorite Rainbow enhances your ability to accept and be healed by the life force. To do this, it breaks up blockages in the flow of all seven color rays throughout your physical and inner aspects. The Purple Rainbow Fluorite and color ray gemstones help you move beyond undesirable situations by stimulating the resolution of karma and accelerating the life lessons associated with color ray imbalances.
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Fluorite Rainbow is closely related to the necklace known as Light Stream. Although both necklaces contain the same gemstone components and offer the same benefits, Fluorite Rainbow's effects are stronger. Fluorite Rainbow contains twice as many Fluorites and color ray gemstones as Light Stream; yet, because of its design, Fluorite Rainbow is more than twice as potent. Light Stream also costs less than Fluorite Rainbow.
Fluorite Rainbow enhances your ability to accept and be healed by the life force. To do this, it breaks up blockages in the flow of all seven color rays throughout your physical and inner aspects.
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I made this card quite some time ago when stamping with some friends and I just never got around to posting it. So now I'm finally sharing it with you. Some of the products have since retired, but I bet you could re-do the same card with current supplies and it would be just a beautiful if not more!
Crumb Cake card stock 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4"
Pool Party card stock 3-1/4" x 4-1/2"
Very Vanilla card stock 3" x 4-1/4"
Fold the Crumb Cake card stock on the score line. Stamp the En Francais background image onto the card front in Soft Suede ink. Sponge Soft Suede ink around the edges of the card front.
Next take the piece of Very Vanilla card stock and stamp the flourish image from Flowering Flourishes onto the card stock in Pool Party ink. Stamp the greeting from Loving Thoughts onto the bottom of the card stock in Midnight Muse ink then sponge Soft Suede ink around all four sides.
Glue the stamped Very Vanilla card stock onto the Pool Party card stock. Wrap the Crumb Cake ribbon around the panel just above the greeting and tie it into a knot. Stick this layer onto the card front with a few Stampin' Dimensionals.
Now for the butterflies! Take a scrap of Very Vanilla card stock and stamp the butterfly image from Papillion Potpourri three times in Stazon ink. Take a sponge dauber and sponge Pool Party ink in just the center of the butterfly. Then sponge Midnight Muse in the center of the butterfly making sure you don't cover all of the Pool Party ink.
Punch out each of the butterflies with the delicate butterfly punch and glue them onto the card front all in a row with Glue Dots.
To add a little shimmer to the butterflies scribble some Dazzling Details onto the wings of the butterflies an allow it to dry.
For the envelope I just stamped the image from Flowering Flourishes a couple times in the lower left hand corner in Pool Party ink and sponged Soft Suede around the edges.


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Blake Shelton Announces Tour Dates
Blake Shelton has announced a series of headlining tour dates starting Jan. 28 in LaCrosse, Wis. Shelton has a total of 20 tour dates scheduled through a May 7 show in Catoosa, Okla. His opening acts on various nights on the tour include The Band Perry, Easton Corbin, Steel Magnolia and Chris Young. Shelton won the CMA male vocalist award last year and will co-host the ACM Awards with Reba McEntire on April 3 in Las Vegas. "I'm excited to get back out there and perform for my fans. They made last year the best year of my life, and I hope to make each night of this tour one of the most memorable nights of their lives," said Shelton. "I'm hoping this tour will prepare me for co-hosting the ACM awards with the queen of country music, Reba. There's no better practice as my fans are always great at keeping me on my toes."
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Many have fought for the right to cast the ballot.
The 2016 presidential election year in America was hotly contested. A majority of Americans were not satisfied with the two primary candidates. Some didn't vote because they didn't like the proposals of either candidate. Others chose the lesser of what they considered two evils. In the end, the candidate many thought would never win the White House did.
Voting is a wonderful privilege. Some live in countries where they don't enjoy the privilege. Even in America, the right to vote for women and other minority groups was hard-won through demonstrations, fights, misunderstandings, anger, and finally laws.
While there is no Bible verse telling us to get out and vote—Christians in the first century were under Roman rule and weren't given the opportunity to vote—there are principles that govern our relationship with the governing authorities. And while a small number of Christians believe we shouldn't vote, I beg to differ.
I need to vote my conscious—if and only when it has been programmed by the principles of God's Word. While God's Word doesn't tell me to vote or what political party to align with, it does give me God's moral standards. When possible I should choose candidates who follow God's principles. Unless the candidate is a Christian—which is often not the case, no candidate will do this completely to my satisfaction. But I can choose the one who comes the closest.
I should make an informed vote. Not liking either candidate, not knowing where they stand on the issues, or not having time aren't valid excuses. I make time for anything that's of importance to me—and voting when I have the privilege should be one of them.
I also should pray before and after the election. When I pray, God will guide me to make the appropriate selection. If my candidate of choice doesn't win, I'm still responsible for praying for them. Early Christians were given this mandate while having no voice in who ruled over them. Whether I have a choice or not, I'm still accountable for praying for the governing authorities which God has established for a particular time and moment.
Voting is a privilege. If you have it, don't shun it. And after you've done it, pray for those who are elected.
Prayer: Father, we thank You for giving us the privilege of choosing those who will rule over us. When we live in countries where we can take part, guide us to make the proper choice and then to pray for those who are elected.


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Indiana Jones a nástroj osudu (v anglickém originále Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, původně překládáno jako Indiana Jones a volání osudu či Indiana Jones a disk osudu) je připravovaný dobrodružný a akční film z roku 2023 režiséra Jamese Mangolda. V titulní roli se objeví Harrison Ford jako Indiana Jones, dále ve filmu mají hrát Mads Mikkelsen či Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Film měl režírovat Steven Spielberg, ten ovšem v únoru 2020 odstoupil z důvodu, že série potřebuje pohled nové generace. Jiné zdroje uvádějí, že to bylo kvůli neshodám ohledně scénáře. Film by měl režírovat James Mangold. Spielberg zůstal jako jeden z producentů snímku.

Do projektu se nevrátí George Lucas, který byl naposledy přítomen u Indiana Jonese a království křišťálové lebky. Film by měl jít do kin 30. června roku 2023.

Obsazení

Externí odkazy

Filmy z roku 2023
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A competição do heptatlo feminino nos Jogos Olímpicos de Verão de 2012 aconteceu nos dias 3 e 4 de agosto no Estádio Olímpico de Londres.

Jessica Ennis, da Grã-Bretanha, conquistou a medalha de ouro com o total de 6955 pontos.

Em 29 de novembro de 2016, o Tribunal Arbitral do Esporte anulou todos os resultados obtidos pela russa Tatyana Chernova entre agosto de 2011 e julho de 2013 por violações de doping, consequentemente perdendo a medalha de bronze em Londres. A medalha foi realocada a lituana Austra Skujytė.

Calendário
Horário local (UTC+1).

Medalhistas

Recordes
Antes desta competição, os recordes mundiais e olímpicos da prova eram os seguintes:

Resultados

Heptatlo masculino


And the farm's in the Alley! Linger a little longer downtown in Aiken this summer for "Farmer's Market in the Alley" – just around the corner from Nandina. From 5-7pm every Thursday evening, support local farmers and artisans while enjoying talented live musicians.
To join in the festivities, we are keeping our doors open each Thursday until 7pm, from now through August. So gather your groceries at the Farmer's Market, and visit Nandina for the perfect dining furniture and tableware to complete the experience.
For more information about the Farmer's Market, contact the Aiken Downtown Development Association.


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Q: Object Serialization to XML with its Element Name having a Sequence Number I have implemented object serialization for converting my object into an XML string using XmlSerializer.Serialize(...) method.
Presently the following XML is being generated by the serializer:
<MyAddress>
  <row>
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row>
  <row>
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row>
  <row>
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row>
</MyAddress>

But I want the following XML to be generated:
<MyAddress>
  <row1>
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row1>
  <row2>
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row2>
  <row3>
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row3>
</MyAddress>

Classes being used in my C# code is given below:
namespace MyApp
{
    public class MyAddress
    {
        public List<row> Rows { get; set; }
    }

    public class row
    {
        public string Home { get; set; }
        public string Office { get; set; }
    }
}

Any suggestions?

A: I suggest you use the XmlAttribute your Row class to store the index, and then sort the items. Here's an example:
using System;
using System.Collections.Generic;
using System.Linq;
using System.Xml.Serialization;

public class Program
{
    private static void Main(string[] args)
    {
        var address = new MyAddress();

        address.Rows = new List<Row>();

        var rows = new List<Row>();
        rows.Add(new Row { Home = "Home A" });
        rows.Add(new Row { Home = "Home B" });
        rows.Add(new Row { Home = "Home B" });

        var items = rows.Select((x, index) => new Row
        {
            Home = x.Home,
            Office = x.Office,
            Index = ++index
        });

        address.Rows.AddRange(items);

        var xmlS = new XmlSerializer(typeof(MyAddress));
        xmlS.Serialize(Console.Out, address);
    }
}

public class MyAddress
{
    public MyAddress()
    {
        Rows = new List<Row>();
    }

    public List<Row> Rows { get; set; }
}

public class Row
{
    [XmlAttribute]
    public int Index { get; set; }

    public string Home { get; set; }

    public string Office { get; set; }
}

That should result in the following XML:
<MyAddress>
  <row Index="1">
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row>
  <row Index="2">
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row>
  <row Index="3">
    <Home>1</Home>
    <Office>2</Office>
  </row>
</MyAddress>


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Marvel News
Matt Smith Spills Details About House of the Dragon and Riding "The Angriest Dragon"
Matt Smith's dragon is "a real moody bastard."
Tristan Jordan
Image Credit: HBO
Matt Smith, the former Doctor Who star, was on Happy Sad Confused podcast recently and spilled some details about HBO's upcoming Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon. Smith will play Daemon Targaryen — a violent, lustful member of House Targaryen who loves making war and covets the Iron Throne which, his brother King Viserys Targaryen I (Paddy Considine), occupies. On the podcast, Matt Smith says his character is "an interesting and dark and disturbed part to play."
What Attracted Matt Smith to House of the Dragon?
That's one thing that attracted Smith to take the role among other reasons. "And I thought, 'oh, you know it'd be interesting to try on a blonde wig as well. All of that. And fly on some dragons and get involved in some sword fights.'"
Everyone loved Dani's (Emilia Clarke) dragons in Game of Thrones. Even Kit Harington's Jon Snow got to ride one. And speaking of dragons, there are a lot in House of the Dragon. Sources say there are about a couple dozens, but not all of them will have major roles. Matt Smith's Daemon Targaryen will ride Caraxes, one of the major dragons in the show and it's just as war-driven as his rider.
"Caraxes is pretty good, y'know? He's big and red and angry," Matt Smith said. "He's a really angry dragon. Mine's the angriest of all the dragons. There is no angrier dragon than Caraxes. He's a real moody bastard."
Game of Thrones was one of a kind. It's a series that comes around once in a generation. It captivated pop-culture fans worldwide. HBO is hoping for the same success for the prequel, which is set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones. But it will be hard for House of the Dragon to match that same energy and following like the GOT had.
Matt Smith spoke about what he thought about House of the Dragon matching up with Game of Thrones in terms of success. "It's impossible for this show to ever really succeed in the way that Thrones did," he said. "Thrones became a sort of cultural phenomenon for many people, and it's never gonna quite scale those heights in the same way, cause that was its own unique thing. Whether people are ready to receive or not, who knows? You never know. But we make it in earnest and we try to deliver something that is an entertaining world, with dragons and sword fights."
No one really knows until House of the Dragon takes flight when it premieres January 2022 on HBO and HBO Max.
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Jan 29, 2020, 03:53pm EST |
The Renovation That Prepared Hard Rock Stadium For Super Bowl LIV
Kristi Dosh
I cover the business of sports, with an emphasis on college sports, sport sponsorship, facilities and travel.
Christy Radecic for HOK
Opened in 1987, Hard Rock Stadium (originally known as Joe Robbie Stadium) went through a massive renovation in 2015 and 2016, with no seat left untouched. It was this renovation that prepared it to play host to Super Bowl LIV this weekend.
"We were asked to completely reimagine the experience for every fan," remembers Michael Day, principal and senior project manager at HOK who led the project team.
"We took on a 'premium for all' mentality, looking at how every ticket holder's experience could be improved. We wanted there to be diversity of products, and access for every fan. The client also had ambitions to host the Super Bowl again, and to attract high-profile international sporting events, so that certainly influenced our approach."
Renovations were completed over three off-seasons to ensure the Miami Dolphins wouldn't miss any home games. The first phase saw every seat in the stadium replaced. A new Field Club, North Sideline Club and corner terraces were added. "Living Room" boxes were added that feature recliners, high-definition TVs and access to an indoor lounge called the 72 Club.
"Hard Rock Stadium embodies innovation in premium. The living room boxes are a great example of a team and project designer understanding today's fans and designing products to meet their needs," says Day.
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"Living Room" boxes at Hard Rock Stadium
"One of our biggest challenges was working with the client and project team to align the overall schedule, budget and design goals over this multi-phased project, while also tackling site improvements and more," says Day.
The following off-season, the stadium's signature architectural element was added: an open-air canopy was added to provide weather protection and sun shading while also amplifying crowd noise.
"The open roof canopy is definitely the most striking architectural feature–and it's possible because of Miami's incredible weather," says Day. "It allows for the experience to be very unique to the city."
Asked which design elements have received the most positive feedback, Day says the open-air canopy has been a big success.
"The roof has made a tremendous difference. Not only did it improve the fan experience by providing much-needed shade from the sun and shelter from rain, but it's created a more intimate-feeling space."
In the final phase, major updates were made to premium areas on the 200 Club and 200 Mezzanine Suite Levels. Two unique new types of sideline clubs and end zones were created with the assistance of Rockwell Group.
"The premium amenities have also had a day and night difference–exceeding fan expectations and creating spaces for every single ticket holder," says Day. "Each fan now has unique amenities they have access to. We thought through every fan type– business associates, families, the super fan–and accommodated the team's diverse fan base through these spaces."
Day says the focus on delivering for every type of fan was an approach other stadiums should consider as they renovate older spaces.
"Some teams are hyper focused on premium; the Dolphins understood that there had to be a balance between catering to the premium fan and the general ticket holder and creating an equally memorably experience for both."
In addition to creature comforts, Hard Rock Stadium's new design also pays homage to both its location and its primary tenant.
"The client and project team executed a massive local art program, integrating local artists' work in displays and murals throughout the stadium. It makes the space feel distinctly South Florida," says Day.
Murals at Hard Rock Stadium
"We also collaborated with the Dolphins to integrate and execute their vision for branding elements throughout. The project's premium and food and beverage experiences throughout were inspired by hospitality and club spaces throughout the city as well."
Asked which features other older stadiums should consider in future redesigns, Day says the phased approach worked nicely.
"Other stadiums, arenas and ballparks should pay attention to the phased approach that the Dolphins took. By working across three off-seasons, the team was able to continue playing in the venue throughout and fans had new amenities to look forward to each season. When taking a phased approach, you have to be incredibly strategic and disciplined to ensure the final phases is as successful as the first."
Although much attention was paid to the stadium being the home of the Dolphins, the designers couldn't forget that the stadium would attract other major events. In addition to University of Miami football home games, the stadium also currently plays host to the Miami Open tennis tournament and college football's Orange Bowl.
"Designing for major events is always critical to our approach. There were various overlay studies done throughout the design process to ensure the venue can accommodate a myriad of functions and events," says Day.
"We also thought carefully about the entry and departure experience. We added a premium drive lane, that lets premium ticket holders have a fast pass, moving through a dedicated lane that helps corral traffic and keep things moving. These little details make major operational differences."
No doubt, all of the stadium's design features will be put to the ultimate test this weekend as Hard Rock Stadium plays host to Super Bowl LIV.


It is often said that liability insurance does not provide coverage for fines and penalties imposed on an insured. Part of the difficulty is determining what constitutes a fine or penalty. Many courts have recently rejected insurance company arguments that "statutory damages" are uninsurable penalties. These courts have found that statutory damages can be remedial in nature and therefore may be covered by insurance.
These decisions are especially important in today's world of online marketing and commerce, where statutory damages liability for privacy violations arising from unsolicited email, text messages and data security breaches is a growing risk for many businesses.
Read more on Pillsbury Law (pdf).


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Introducing: Midgar
Our prolonged Christmas break is over and, like our first featured artist of 2021, we are back with a bang. Midgar is an unusual band for us, given that they started out more than a decade ago but, after a long hiatus, they're returning with a sound that's as hard-hitting and intense yet melodic and intricate as ever.
Midgar is the work of Andy Wilson – Taylor, who first formed the band back in 2008 with his friend Oli Wiseman. This represented a move away from performing and touring as a solo artist towards something heavier, and a big rock sound that evolved over the next five years or so.
As Andy puts it: "I like to think that Midgar falls somewhere between Muse, Silverchair, Oceansize and Fightstar, but is also somehow totally its own thing. It's music that feels everything quite intensely; loud and scary at times but really delicate and emotional at others. I put harmony and melody over absolutely everything else so hopefully lovers of all kinds of music will find something to enjoy."
The band took a backseat to some bigger life issues, but is now well and truly back with a bang. As Andy explains: "Midgar's sound developed a lot up until the last album Holographic Principle was released in 2013, which included a lot of orchestral and classical elements. We toured a lot over those years; there isn't a dingy rock club in the UK we haven't been to at some point!
"Ultimately, life took over and the band had to take a back seat for a while. I struggled with addiction for a long time and it's been a slow process of putting the pieces of my life back together. I'm happy to say things have never been better, and putting a new Midgar record out was first on my list of things to do once I was back on my feet."
The return of Midgar was announced loudly and proudly with the release of new single We Don't Make The Rules just before Christmas. And it was well worth the wait. The track immediately sucks you in with a heavy blast of fast-paced guitars. That drops into a verse of light vocals supported by strings and rolling drums , which feed into a big singalong cry of "Will somebody wake me up from this nightmare, Where we don't make the rules."
It drops back into another light verse, which launches into an extended version of the chorus thanks to a cool section of descending strings and high-pitched vocals. Things get more intense with a return of the heavy guitars and a delicious cinematic section of stabbing strings, then light vocals and little piano flurries. It closes out in style with a final chorus, then a big blast of heavy guitars over delicious high-pitched guitars.
On the track, Andy tells us: "It's a song about being stuck in a dystopian, authoritarian hell. The scary thing about a story like the Handmaid's Tale is that it's so shockingly relevant. 2020 has been a tough year for lots of reasons, but sadly it feels like so much of the progress that's been made over the last few decades to fight sexism, racism and homophobia has been turned back 100 years in a matter of months.
"It really isn't so hard to believe that we could be just one global fertility crisis away from the establishment of a regime like Gilead from the Handmaid's Tale. We have to cling on to democracy for dear life because once it's gone, it's gone." Check the track out in the video below:
The sound of Midgar is summarised by Andy's varied music taste, including constants like Jeff Buckley, Agnes Obel, Reuben, Led Zeppelin, Massive Attack and Apparat and being raised on Beethoven, Queen and Aerosmith.
The new single reflects this and is being followed up with a brand new album, Unity, which promises to be equally exciting and musically adventurous. As Andy explains: "I work as a composer for TV and film so naturally there are many cinematic elements in there. Lots of strings and piano, but also some really heavy moments. In one way or another Unity chronicles the last 7 or 8 years of my life. Committing that story to a musical work like this was an immensely emotionally rewarding process. It's all there, in excruciating detail.
"There are full orchestral sections, crazy time signatures, protest songs, emotional goodbyes and everything in-between. While I was away from Midgar – at my lowest, a few years ago – I totally lost my voice and stopped singing for years. As a result, with Unity I really wanted to push my vocal further than ever before, like a big triumphant return. I'm super proud of the performances on this record."
Getting the album together was no small effort, as Andy produced, mixed and mastered it himself during lockdown. As he tells us: "It was a huge job. The last two Midgar records were self-produced too, but it was a group effort back then. Since, I've been learning a lot through my work for TV and have built myself a studio that is now my musical home. My promise to myself was to immediately write, produce and release a Midgar album from here, so I set about doing that as soon as lockdown came into effect early 2020.
"Doing something like this totally solo is like eating an elephant. If you think – even for one second – about the magnitude of the task as a whole, it's totally overwhelming and you just stop doing anything. Bite-size chunks, each day, and you just slowly chip away at it. I mean, I've only myself to blame for the scale of it. It's no good writing songs with a whole orchestral arrangement and getting annoyed with yourself when you actually have to think about how that gets recorded!
"On the flip side, that total freedom to try, fail, and try again was the most exhilarating musical adventure I've ever been on. Without the experience I've gained over the last decade or so there's no way I would have been able to pull off something like this. It's the product of a lifetime's learning for me, so I feel like it's a huge achievement for sure."
And in terms of what to expect from the album, you can expect more focus on themes such as the social injustice that has been so prevalent over the last 12 months. Andy said: "As personal as this record is, it's impossible to ignore the end of the world that we all seem to be living through this year. Writing this album has been a good coping mechanism for me. Like many, I was just so heartbroken by the treatment of black communities and people of colour at the hands of the police. We all saw what happened to George Floyd. If that doesn't make you angry then I don't know what will. I didn't know how to process that any other way, other than raising my voice as an ally. While as a straight, white male I don't really ever get affected by any kind of discrimination at all, I think it's important for me to stand with those that do. It really is the least we can do."
You can rest assured that you won't have to wait another eight years for another Midgar record because, as Andy puts it, "Midgar is back in a big way."
You can follow Midgar on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and check out their music on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.
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The British Financial Conduct Authority has published a warning about the broker Riel Investment.
Riel Investment claims to be a broker and an asset manager with billions in its portfolio. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin allegedly are among the assets that this company manages.
Riel Investment also claims that it is regulated in the UK by the FCA and in Cyprus by the CySEC. However, it is not true.
The licence number shown on the Riel Investment website belongs to another company, and this is what FCA warned about. Riel Investment is not regulated, it is illegally using credentials of another company.
We examined the offer of Riel Investment and we found investment plans with a monthly return up to 340%. This is a number that it is impossible to achieve in any legitimate business, so it clearly is a scam.
Be sure to trade with genuine regulated brokers only.


The myClub service has significantly improved our club´s information flow and made the member register maintenance easier. The amount of work related to member fee invoicing and payment follow up has decreased. It is now easier to register new members.
The service has also made it possible for us to follow up members´ activity and our trainees have eagerly followed up the increase in their amount of trainings.
myClub has given us the possibility to focus more on training instead of admin work. We are very pleased with the service.
Shukokai Karate ry is a karate club from Espoo, with almost 200 members. Espoo Shukokai arrange trainings weekly in 4 different gymnasiums in: Espoon keskus, Espoonlahti, Leppävaara and Tapiola.
In addition to weekly trainings Shukokai Karate ry arranges national and international training camps, sends its representatives´ to Kimura Shukokai International´s national and international competitions and supply its members with training equipment.
We welcome new members to our beginner courses which are being held every six months.


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Top Class Speakers Lined Up for SGF Annual Conference
The Scottish Grocers' Federation (SGF) has lined up an exciting programme of speakers for its annual conference, at the Fairmont Hotel, St Andrews, from the 26th to 28th February 2010
The theme for the conference is "A Winning Formula", with business sessions planned to help retailers achieve a winning formula that can be translated into their business.
The Saturday Morning Business Session, chaired by Jamie Buchanan, Company Stores Director at C.J. Lang & Son Ltd has a line up of inspirational speakers including:
Neil Turton, Chief Executive of Nisa-Today's. Relationships with retailers and suppliers are key to successful business development. Neil will show how these relationships are reflected in Nisa supplied stores across the country.
Ed Garner, TNS. Ed is one of the best in the business at presenting market information. His humorous style is second to none and converts the interesting into the exciting.
Andy Davis, BP. Andy is a leading expert in the convenience store sector especially on the requirements of fresh products and the take home sector. As Head of European Trading at BP, he is in a position to know what is successful and why, as he attempts to anticipate trends in this important and developing category.
Andrew Thornton, retailer. Andrew has a fascinating tale to tell of how he has managed to see off very close competition from a Tesco Express. Retailers will be inspired by Andrew's story and will learn practical lessons which they can apply to their own business.
Completing the line up of speakers will be by Steve Fox. Director of Retail and Premier Development at Booker, who will outline opportunities for retailers in the market place and focus on the success of the Premier brand and Commercial Director at AG Barr, Jonathan Kemp, who will provide an interesting and humorous insight into his company's activities.
The business element of the conference will close with a stimulating presentation from Watt Nicol. His energetic and entertaining style, which has been described as verbal fireworks, will leave everyone upbeat.
John Drummond, Chief Executive of SGF said: "The impressive line up of speakers is one of the very best we have ever brought together for our conference. Bookings are going well and we anticipate record attendance."
More information on the Conference is available on the SGF website www.scottishshop.org.uk or by contacting SGF 0131 343 3300.
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St. Johns County may see the highest voter turnout in its history this election, Supervisor of Elections Vicky Oakes said Tuesday.
"It's possible that we'll see an 80 to 85 percent turnout," she predicted.
The highest previous turnout of 81.5 percent was set during the 1976 presidential election that elected Georgia Gov. Jimmy Carter over incumbent Republican President Gerald Ford, with the next highest of 80.8 percent set during President Bill Clinton's election in 1992.
Oakes said, "We had a really good day Monday with 6,707 people early voting, and we're having a good day today. Election Day could be smooth sailing."
So far, counting only early voting and absentees, Republicans are voting in more numbers than Democrats, 18 percent to 15 percent.
The county has 81,118 Republicans, 38,808 Democrats and 32,921 other party, independent and no party voters.
If early voting remains heavy and more people ask for absentee ballots, perhaps half the 152,000 voters in the county might have voted before Election Day on Nov. 6.
Monday brought the total voting so far to 18,203 - 10,946 Republicans, 4,580 Democrats and 2,677 other.
By Monday evening, 13,464, or 54.7 percent, of the 25,498 absentees issued had been returned.
Tuesday was another busy voting day, with 5,069 people voting by 4:15 p.m, she said.
The day ended with 6,206 people casting ballots at early voting sites. Also, 1,411 people returned absentee ballots, taking the total number of people who have voted in the general election to more than 40,437. That is more than 26 percent of registered voters.
The greater numbers of people voting this time could be attributed to the closeness of the race and widely divergent views of the Democratic and Republican presidential candidates. Each party has mounted a strong get-out-the-vote effort.
The greater numbers of voters might also be partially from the ease of voting. Absentee voting and early voting are becoming more familiar every year to the electorate.
Early voting began in 2006.
Anyone who has gone to the Supervisor of Elections office to vote this week knows how the assembly-line process moves people through smoothly.
Early voting sites are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., though Oakes said that if someone is standing in line at the end of the day, they'll be allowed to vote.
Absentee ballots are already being counted by a canvassing board consisting of Oakes, St. Johns County Judge Charles Tinlin and St. Augustine attorney Robert L. "Mac" McLeod.
The rules say, however, that if absentee ballots are not signed by the voter, they will not be opened or counted.


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A priority of the MDDUS Board is protecting the mutual fund of subscriptions and other income for use to deliver our principal activity. As a consequence, the benefits of membership are discretionary as set out in our governing document, the MDDUS Articles of Association.
MDDUS is not a listed company but it aims to comply with the 'good practice' principles of the UK Corporate Governance Code that are relevant to a mutual organisation. Our corporate governance arrangements were reviewed and updated during 2015/16 and more detailed reporting of our compliance with the Code is planned for 2016/17.
The governing document of MDDUS is the Articles of Association. It provides that the business of MDDUS shall be managed by the Board. Following a recent review of our governance arrangements, it agreed new terms of reference and an updated schedule of matters reserved for its consideration/decision, e.g. the approval of the strategy, substantive changes to the services provided to members and the Annual Report and Accounts.
There are currently 14 directors, comprising 12 non-executive directors and two executive directors: the Chief Executive and the Finance Director. There are three non-clinical non-executive directors on the Board, bringing experience from the fields of business development and financial services, and the actuarial and legal professions. Any member of MDDUS can stand for election to the Board at an Annual General Meeting (AGM). From the AGM in 2017, the Board will generally have not more than 12 non-executive directors. Non-executive directors generally serve not more than 12 years in office, with no individual term extending to more than four years.
In addition to agreeing short-term appointments of non-executive directors between AGMs, the Board also appoints directors to the positions of Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The roles of Chairman and Chief Executive are separate and their profiles, which were recently reviewed and updated, distinguish clearly between leading the Board and executive responsibility for the running of the business.
The Board has agreed a process for evaluating, in consecutive years, its performance and that of individual directors.
The Board usually meets six times a year. It is supported in its work by Board committees and executive management groups.
There are four committees supporting the work of the Board.
The Audit and Risk Committee is charged with, amongst other things, considering the reports of the external and internal auditors and the executive's responses, endorsing the Annual Report and Accounts to the Board, endorsing the (re-)appointment of the external auditor to the Board, and oversight of risk management and financial and other internal controls.
The Governance and Nominations Committee is charged with, amongst other things, leading an open and transparent process to identify and nominate candidates to fill vacancies on the Board. When nominating suitable candidates, the Committee takes into account the structure, size and composition of the Board. There is a recently revised role profile for non-executive directors (and each of the Board's office holders) and an induction programme for new directors. The Committee is also responsible for determining, and reviewing the outcomes of, the processes to evaluate the performance of the Board and individual directors.
The Investment Committee is charged with, amongst other things, recommending to the Board the MDDUS Investment and Asset Allocation Strategy and overseeing the performance of the investment managers.
The Remuneration Committee is charged with, amongst other things, determining and keeping under review the remuneration and terms and conditions of service of directors and certain senior staff, having regard to external benchmarking by expert external companies.
All non-executive directors serve on at least one committee, but members of the Investment Committee are prohibited from serving also on the Audit and Risk Committee. Each committee has a clearly defined remit and recently reviewed terms of reference.
The MDDUS Board comprises 12 non-executive directors and two executive directors.


I have been reminded this past week that while life can be so short and unpredictable, it can also be amazingly enriching. PLW was saddened by the loss of a man who was an inspiration to him, and who possessed a talent that came straight from God. Western artist, Bill Owen, died unexpectedly on a historic Arizona ranch. I suspect that it was the perfect way for him to exit this world ... among the cowboy subjects that he painted with such respect and honor.
Bill was one of those unparalleled men who possessed a talent that was both rare and remarkable, but who never assumed the arrogance or high and mighty attitude that often accompanies such blessings. He was a humble man; a man who cherished the American West and chose to dedicate his life to painting the modern cowboy. He achieved great success and notoriety, but always seemed embarrassed to be in the spotlight. Instead he quietly pursued his craft, offered sage advice to up-and-coming artists, and gave back to the lifestyle he cherished through his foundation that supported educational scholarships for ranch kids. Bill was passionate about his art, his causes and the American West. There was no sacrifice too great to "get it right." I guess you could say that the time for men like Bill Owen has come and gone; and that is a sad commentary on the future of this country.
Last week also saw the loss of the talented and imaginative author, Vince Flynn. I've never met Mr. Flynn, but I know his immense love and regard for this nation; it was evident in every page of his novels. Through his character, Mitch Rapp, everyday Americans could revel in his victories over Middle Eastern terrorists. Mitch was no PC operative. He did whatever it took to protect the Homeland from the enemy. And while he may have operated outside the conventional anti-terrorist system, he was always guided by a strong sense of right and wrong; good and evil. I guess I enjoyed his books so much because Vince Flynn wrote the way most Americans think. He put his country first and focused on killing the bad guys. It's a story that is as old as time, but I, for one, have recognized that the fiction of Vince Flynn was, in many ways, more honest, truthful and reasonable, than what we see acted out by our elected officials. Mr. Flynn was only 47 when he succumbed to prostate cancer. His voice and his talent will be sorely missed.
And as I write this post, one of my most beloved places in this country, Prescott, Arizona, is threatened with fiery flames. This is one of the last of the real Western towns. They have strived hard to maintain their Western roots and heritage; fighting the march of progress towards urbanization and contending for the preservation of our true Western culture. Friends are tweeting and emailing that they are trying to rescue and move horses, help their neighbors with livestock, and are packed and waiting for evacuation. You have to know and understand the Western mindset to appreciate what these folks are going through. They are practical, down-to-earth, and just a touch hardheaded. They are also matter-of-fact and sensible. Their horses take precedence over their possessions. They have all gathered a handful of personal belongings and leaving the rest behind.
When I think of the private collections ... precious art, Indian artifacts, and historical relics that will be lost .... well, it makes me heartsick. But like so many times in the past, when hardship comes calling, the people of our American West don't waste time on tears and whining. And they never look back. They just pick up the pieces and stoically start anew. They are made of strong pioneer stock; their ancestors crossed the Southern plains and steep mountain ranges to settle in some of the most majestic valleys on God's green earth. Their values aren't centered around their "stuff"; they're survivors and they'll handle whatever life or the elements throws at them. I'm proud to know them and call them friends.
So this past week, I've seen a lot of loss. But I've also been reminded of what is unique and special and distinctive about this wonderful country that I call my own. I count my blessings and thank God that I have been given the opportunity to know such humble and talented men; whether through personal contact or simply through their words. Heaven has called both a painter and a writer home. I can only imagine that the Creator is well-pleased with how Bill and Vince used the creative talents He gave them. And I am thankful that God has taken PLW and myself down a path that introduced us to the remarkable people of Prescott, Arizona. They inspire me while they continue to embody the American spirit.
Yes, loss is a part of this life. But with that emptiness comes the understanding that I have been given the opportunity to witness and savor the presence of extraordinary people. Far from being sad, I will add their stories to my memory vault and put a checkmark in the plus column of my life experiences.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God."
I too have been a fan of both these men. They will be missed.
Many times in my own remote community we have had to deal with fire. We do want it takes to save our animals first. Everyone pitches in to help.
Looks like fire season is going to be a bad one. First Colorado and now Arizona. These people are in my prayers.
This is a little off topic but my husband is going to be in Texas this week. He will be in the San Antonio area. While he's there he would like to check out some areas for possible relocation. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
If your husband is going to be in San Antonio, I would recommend he check any real estate in the Kerrville/Boerne/Fredericksburg area, (that's west of San Antonio). That's beautiful country. There is also nice land around Castroville/Hondo/Bandera. All these areas are easily accessible by car from major highways, and I think he would enjoy seeing the countryside.
Thanks Belle I'll let him know.
Bill, RIP. Your sons & mine - Bill Owen 3rd & Sean Owen - miss you deeply.
We had 20 years together as a young family, which included in the role of watching the amazing evolution of an artist, taught by a higher master. You humbly gave all credit to your Creator. I loved that about you. You strive-d for perfection & exceeded, reaching the divine with your creations.
When did it happen? The merging of man & his art?
I was blessed to be there to watch this incredible metamorphosis.
You gave the world a piece of your soul with each painting, drawing, sculpture. What the world didn't know is that each piece hurt just a little when it was time to sign your name & call it finished.
We shall dedicate each ocean sunset to you, taking a bit of comfort that our Lord, the Divine Master artist, is beside you now with a universal size canvas & eternal flow of paint.
May God comfort all your families as only He can.
What a beautiful memorial! Being married to an artist myself, I can personally identify with the connection between artist and Creator. To watch the talent flow from the brush is to witness our Lord's creativity through His created child. My husband, too, feels the pain of letting a piece of art go, because it is truly a connection between himself and God. And he truly admired Bill -- as an artist, and as a man. This world will be less kind and beautiful without him and his art. Thank you for sharing your unique perspective. God Bless You!