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Department of Mathematical Sciences
Mathematical Sciences, Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg
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WP 9 – lead
Dr. Carl-Frederik Burman
Carl-Fredrik.Burman@astrazeneca.com Website
Chalmers University of Technology has developed leading research in the areas of life sciences, materials science, information technology, micro- and nanotechnology, environmental sciences and energy. Chalmers' annual turnover is appr. € 350 million, out of which 69 % are related to research. Around 68 % of the research funding is acquired in competition from external sources. The university has 2650 employees and around 6400 students (FTE) in programmes, leading to some 1300 Master's degrees annually. About 1150 students are involved in doctoral programmes leading to 300 PhD and Licentiate of Technology degrees each year. The Department of Mathematical Sciences is part of both Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg. It is the largest mathematics department in the Nordic countries and has about 170 employees. The Mathematical Statistics section of the department has some 25 faculty, and about 20 PhD students. The section has research groups in several areas, with particular emphasis on applications within biology and medicine. Among the key research fields are statistical genetics, applied bioinformatics and Bayesian statistics. Mathematical Statistics has a strong track record in securing external funding.
Dr. Burman is Senior Principal Scientist at AstraZeneca and Associated Professor at Chalmers. He has an MSc in Engineering Physics (1988) and a PhD in Mathematical Statistics (1996), both from Chalmers. During different time periods in the 1990s, he was the leading statistician at AstraZeneca for Losec H. pylori, Nexium, Seloken and two investigational drugs. Since 1999, he has been working with model-based drug development within diverse medical areas, as well as with methodological development. His research interests include adaptive designs, multiple inference, medical ethics, and decision analysis. He is currently supervising a PhD project at Chalmers on the design and analysis of confirmatory trials. Dr Burman is leading the Drug Information Association's Adaptive Programme (AP) network, is on the editorial board for J Bioph Stat, and was a council member of the European Federation of Statisticians in the Pharmaceutical Industry 2005-2012. The AP network (with 30+ members from industry and academia) will be used as a reference group during the IDEAL project. Of special importance is the input from the core team members: Prof. Christopher Jennison, Bath Univ, UK (group-sequential designs and programme optimisation algorithms); Dr. Christy Chuang-Stein, Pfizer, US (decision rules); Dr. José Pinheiro, Johnson&Johnson, US (dose-response); Dr. Olga Marchenko, Quintiles, US (oncology); Mr. Zoran Antonijevic and Adj. prof. Nitin Patel, Cytel / MIT (adaptive designs, operations analysis); and Dr. Martin Kimber, Tessella, UK (software).
Dr. Staffan Nilsson is Associated Professor at Mathematical Statistics, CTH/GU. He has published over 100 articles, mainly within medical genetics. He has a long experience in consultancy and collaborations with medical researchers, from Sahlgrenska Univ. Hospital etc. He will bring expert competence in personalised health care to the project.
Dr. Jeffrey Skolnik, MD, is Senior Director at AstraZeneca, US, and an expert in Peadiatrics.
Dr. Martin Foster, Dept. of Economics at the Univ. of York, UK, is a specialist in Health Economics and dynamic economic models.


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TOPIC: livestreaming
Lipstick And Tiananmen: China Dives Into Livestreaming Censorship
It may have taken a little while, but the Chinese Communist Party woke up to the risks of losing control of information flows on livestream platforms.
Austin Li Jiaqi, China's "lipstick King" and most famous beauty influencer, has been missing since last month from social media and livestreams.
Most trace his absence to a livestream on June 3 when Li was presented with a tank-shaped cake — it was the night before the anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre.
Li had gained a reputation as being loyal to the Chinese Communist Party, and his livestreaming career has been launched in close cooperation with regional governments. Still, his sudden disappearance from his 170 million fans is perhaps the clearest sign that China's massive livestreaming industry now has the full attention of Beijing's powers-that-be.
Booming industry under scrutiny
On June 22, a new regulation on the livestreaming industry was issued by China's National Radio and Television Administration and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. This 18-point guideline lists 31 banned behaviors for livestreamers, raising the bar of entry and requirements for practices in the booming digital economy.
The regulation clearly states that live video makers "must not commit any act that subverts state power or endangers national unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity," and a "sound credit evaluation system" will be established in accordance with this code.
Other notable points include the requirement that influencers have relevant qualifications to discuss topics such as law, finance, medicine and education. Also, livestreamers are forbidden from showing an extravagant lifestyle on screen, while the platforms are directed to refrain from promoting public figures, who have violated the law or shown "low morals," from being able to express their opinions publicly.
Austin Li Jiaqi and the infamous "tank cake" featured on his livestream on June 3
Austin Li Jaiqi's livestream
Patriotism and political correctness
After Austin Li's disappearance, the direct stress on "political correctness" and "good morals" in livestreaming indicates a significant new lever of control on freedom of speech on such platforms.
Especially with so many influencers in Hong Kong, Taiwan and even foreign webcasters joining livestreaming platforms in mainland China, their opinions and behaviors were also bound to be scrutinized.
The whole industry of livestreaming is now under the eye of Beijing.
On the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China, videos featuring patriotic sentiments and "national pride" have been circulating all over Chinese social media, and many Hong Kong artists were asked to show their "loyalty and patriotism" on video.
In fact, this business of patriotism and nationalism is not a new phenomenon, having long been an easy way to attract online audiences. "Professionally patriotic" livestreamers have long been active on various platforms, including a few notable foreign voices joining in, posting videos that praise and sometimes even exaggerate China's "progress."
Of course, these were not the only voices. With frustration at COVID-related policies still alive in most regions in China, livestreaming has also been a medium for people and social activists to voice their dissidence and to reveal social realities.
The release of the regulations themselves also provoked mixed views from online Chinese-language social media. There seems to be a widely shared belief that most video streamers are not "well-intentioned", and are just "hunting" for audiences, often using shock and vulgarity to gain popularity.
The new codes would regulate the industry by setting admission requirements, and could therefore actually improve the quality of video content. Yet on the point of whether influencers should have certain qualifications to discuss certain topics, it is notable that the administration has not yet specified which qualifications are being referred to for what topic.
Many Chinese internet users are opposed to this notion of approving all content, as they think it would be "regrettable and boring" if only professionals could deliver the relevant points in such fields. Still, it is evident that the whole industry of livestreaming is now under the eye of Beijing, especially with its landscape that gives everyone a chance to voice themselves.
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Q: How to rewriting URL using database in php I have little knowledge of .htaccess file and able to rewrite url. but for huge number of pages and page specific url requirements, i can't define this in .htaccess file. I had to use database for storing different urls of different pages, now i don't have any idea how to use it. I know working of dynamic url rewriting also like rewriting following url
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but what about random page urls like
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U.S.-led coalition says has started Syria withdrawal
The U.S.-led coalition against Islamic State has begun the process of withdrawing from Syria, its spokesman said on Friday, affirming the start of a pullout that has been clouded by mixed messages from U.S. officials.
President Donald Trump announced last month the decision to withdraw 2,000 U.S. troops who have deployed to Syria in support of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) militia in the fight against Islamic State.
Russia says U.S. wants to stay in Syria despite announced exit – RIA
UK economic growth hits six-month low, manufacturing slides


It's SRC time again! What's SRC? It's the Secret Recipe Club, where each month, we're assigned another blogger, and we get to pick a recipe from their blog to make. This month, I got Oh! You Cook!, where Dena shares recipes proving kosher and delicious aren't mutually exclusive. For this edition of the SRC, I wanted to choose something extra delicious since the Secret Recipe Club's coming to an end, and this reveal is the last one. Looking through Dena's archives, I had no problems picking a recipe. Where I ran into issues was narrowing down the selection. We weren't feeling well, so I thought about making some congee, and with my love of chai, I definitely wanted to make her chai latte oatmeal. Or course, I also saw gulab jamun, one of James' favorites. However, as we had a surprisingly warm day, I wanted something cool and refreshing. Something like a Peanut Lime Cucumber Salad. It'd been a while since we'd had some Thai flavors around here, and it was definitely time to remedy that! And what better way than this cool and refreshing peanut lime cucumber salad? Another plus - it's super simple - my type of recipe! Simply whisk together your dressing, then combine all materials! YUM!
1 tablespoon water If you want a thinner sauce, you could also add more water.
351 grams 12.375 ounces 1 cucumber, thinly sliced I used 1/8 inch slices.
Whisk together lime juice, peanut butter, water, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Amount of water can be adjusted for desired consistency.
Combine sauce with cucumber mixture. Shake to coat well.
2. Whisk together lime juice, peanut butter, water, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Amount of water can be adjusted for desired consistency.
3. Combine cucumber and carrots.
4. Combine sauce with cucumber mixture. Shake to coat well.
I love a simple cucumber salad and the flavours in this one are delicious!
Oh I love this. What a perfect side for an Asian inspired dinner.
This is one of my favorite salads ... glad you selected it for the final SRC.
We loved it! So sad this is the last SRC.
What a terrific side dish! This looks so fresh!
I'm always looking for new side dishes using cucumbers! I love this!
Yum! I love fresh sides!
This sounds delicious (perfect for Florida) and would make a great side to go with our weekly Asian flavored dinner. My version has onions, oranges and peanuts in it too.
That looks really good! Thanks for sharing on the What's for Dinner Link up!


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This is the story about a Virtual Patient called John M. He is a little boy who is nearly 3 years old and is brought into Paediatric A&E with bruises. As the case progresses you have to decide on the important aspects of the history and then proceed to investigations in order to make a diagnosis. Depending on your management you have to deal with some associated medical complications.
This is the story about a Virtual Patient called Ana-Lena Olofsson. The case describes a 15 month old girl with a history of loose stools and failure to thrive. As the case progresses you are able to determine a provisional diagnosis based on the history and examination findings. You have to decide on some initial investigations and interpret the results appropriately. By proceeding to specialist investigations you are able to confirm the diagnosis and then formulate a management plan.
This is the story about a Virtual Patient called Catherine Miller. She is a 5 month old girl who is brought into the Emergency Department by her Father with a high temperature. As you progress through the case you have to interpret the examination findings and then investigations to reach a diagnosis and then formulate a management plan. The potential long term complications of the diagnosis are also discussed.
A simulation requiring obtaining witness statements prior to completing a claim for unfair dismissal to an employment tribunal or responding to the claim. This is followed by seeking a to negotiate an out of tribunal settlement in accordance with client's instructions. The final stage consists of individual written work in the form of a final submission on behalf of the client to an employment tribunal.


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SOURCE: The Atlantic
4-3-18 (accessed)
Where Have All the Rioters Gone?
tags: MLK, riots, MLK assassination
by Matthew Desmond
Matthew Desmond, a sociology professor at Princeton, specializes in the study of poverty. He received a MacArthur Fellowship in 2015, and his book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City won the Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction in 2017.
… Most white Americans blamed the riots on "looters and undesirables," according to opinion polls; most black Americans saw them as a reaction to "discrimination and unfair treatment." What lawmakers saw was a fast-unspooling crisis. So they acted by providing more educational and welfare services, and by establishing seasonal programs for young people—cheekily referred to as "antiriot insurance." Most important, having long refused to criminalize housing discrimination, Congress pushed through the 1968 Civil Rights Act, commonly called the Fair Housing Act. It was the outcome King had fought for, brought about by methods he had condemned. Fifty years later, our cities, in both the North and the South, remain sharp-line segregated. Not only that, but the decades following the Holy Week Uprising have witnessed a surge in mass incarceration that has disproportionately caged poor black men; a loss of manufacturing jobs that has left many black men unemployed; soaring housing costs and an epidemic of evictions, felt most acutely in low-income communities of color; and the gutting of welfare, which has led to a spike in extreme poverty.
By these measures, things have grown worse. Yet the streets, for the most part, have remained clear and quiet. Only two significant riots have broken out since the early 1970s: in Miami in 1980 and in Los Angeles in 1992, both of them in response to the acquittals of police officers who had beaten unarmed black men. Recent years have witnessed spates of unrest protesting police violence in Ferguson, Missouri, and beyond, but these have been short-lived affairs resulting in few serious injuries and restrained arson. The 2015 unrest in Baltimore after Freddie Gray died in police custody resulted in an estimated $9 million in property damage and no deaths. The 1992 L.A. riots, by comparison, caused more than $1 billion in property damage and 63 deaths.
Why don't American cities burn like they used to? The late urban historian Michael Katz observed that the federal government's response to the Holy Week Uprising—criminalizing residential segregation—wound up reorganizing city neighborhoods in ways that tempered unrest. For much of the 20th century, riots often erupted after black bodies touched white bodies, were accused of violating white bodies, or even floated into white-claimed waters. In northern cities, riots broke out most frequently after blacks streamed in but before whites packed up and moved. Once housing discrimination was no longer legally protected, middle-class black families began leaving the ghetto; in turn, white families moved to the suburbs. "With so many whites gone," Katz wrote, "boundaries became less contentious, eroding one major source of civil violence."
At the same time, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 had a massive impact. In the 15 years after it became law, the number of black elected officials nationwide jumped from 100 to 1,813. Major cities elected their first black mayors, and toothier antidiscrimination laws opened opportunities for black people in business and real estate. Yet just when they were making inroads into positions of influence, white flight eroded cities' tax base, which worsened the plight of poor blacks left behind and muddied who was to blame. "People said that we burned down our community," Tommy Jacquette, a participant in the 1965 Watts riot, recounted in the Los Angeles Times four decades later. "No, we didn't. We had a revolt in our community against those people who were in here trying to exploit and oppress us. We did not own this community." But as the years passed and blacks did, in fact, come to own their communities, it wasn't so clear anymore whose windows to smash in response to persistent oppression....
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A Catalog of Rick Perry's Contributor-Funded Luxury Swag
A running list of complimentary trips and luxurious freebies
The governing life has been good to Rick Perry! In a densely reported story, Politico's Ken Vogel rips the lid off the treasure trove of perks received by the longtime Texas governor, which take advantage of the state's loose campaign laws that place "few restrictions" on contributions from individuals and political committees. Here's a breakdown of the killer swag and luxury trips he's collected over the years:
Travel: A number of his trips have been paid for in part or in whole by his supporters through campaign money or through TexasOne, his privately funded economic development nonprofit. "Perry's family often accompanies him on trips to enviable destinations including Key West, China, France, Italy, Qatar and Sweden, where ostensible political or business development purposes mix with stays at five-star hotels and meals at top restaurant," writes Vogel. Other flight expenses paid for include a private jet ride to the Rose Bowl, a trip to Israel, and a family ski trips to Colorado.
Home: a 4,600 square-foot mansion with five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a heated pool. Taxpayers foot the bill for the rent, which is $8,500 a month. In addition, a mix of campaign and state money has been used for "everything from $1,000 window coverings from Neiman Marcus to a $70 subscription to Food & Wine Magazine to cable bills that included hundreds of dollars in charges for 'movies and events.'"
Gifts: "22 pairs of cowboy boots, Stetson hats, belt buckles, cuff links and at least nine hunting trips." Many of the boots were provided by famed Houston bootmaker Rocky Carrol, which are sold at $500 a pop. Physician and businessman James Leininger has invited Perry to a number of ranches "some of which are stocked with rare African animals," paying for his flight and giving him tickets to San Antonio Spurs games. He also paid for Perry's scuba diving and golfing trip to the Bahamas in 2004. Perry has also received a signed football helmet from legendary running back Emmitt Smith, Rose Bowl tickets, Super Bowl tickets, NBA Finals tickets, high end hair products for his wife and "medical tests" from an aerobics doctor.
Events: Free tickets and expenses paid for lodging and transportation to a "range of football and basketball games" at the invitation of insurance company owner Phil Adams, a friend from Texas A&M. Adams has given almost $290,000 to Perry's various gubernatorial campaigns while being appointed by him to the A&M board of regents.
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In this review we feature the best hearing aids that provide dynamic digital amplification and enhance speech hearing. These hearing aids are designed to boost frequencies associated with the human voice to amplified hearing. They have an ergonomic design to ensure that they fit comfortably on the ears and are lightweight enough to wear for prolonged periods of time. We also liked the fact that these hearing aids have layered noise reduction which helps to block unwanted background noises from being heard, while allowing you to enjoy clear conversations. It also comes with built-in batteries which provide long-lasting hours of listening time without interruption. If you are looking for some of the best hearing aids for voice and speech amplification, be sure to check out our top picks below!
1 #1 Empower Hearing Aid
2 #2 Otofonix Elite Hearing Aid
3 #3 Banglijian Hearing Aid
4 #4 Brtizgo Hearing Aid
5 #5 Bonicware Hearing Aids
6 #6 ULAIF Hearing Aids
7 #7 Britzgo BHA-200 Hearing Aid
8 #8 Zyon Hearing Aids
9 #9 Clearon CL-202S Hearing Aids
10 #10 BTE Personal Hearing Aids
11 Editor's Picks
#1 Empower Hearing Aid
Overview: Empower Hearing Aid
The Empower Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids we have tested by Doctor and Audiologist that comes with dynamic digital amplification that allows users to hear clear sounds of varying amplitude. The device uses an advanced 12-band processing technique that accurately amplifies the frequencies produced by the human voice while diminishing the background noise in the environment around. The Empower Hearing Amplifier allows programs and sound volume to be controlled by a single switch. It allows users to select from four different programs which helps them personalize the device. The device tucks well behind the ear and is barely visible once worn and comes in beige, graphite and grey colors. The Empower Hearing Amplifier comes with 8 batteries, tubing and two sizes of the device tip. The device is made from durable materials and offers optimum reliability. The 12 month warranty ensures a no-risk purchase. The Empower Hearing Amplifier comes with a carrying case, cleaning brush and wire, size 10 zinc batteries, tubing and tip. The device is designed in a way that conceals its behind the ear, making it suitable for people who are conscious about wearing hearing devices in public. If you are looking for one of the best hearing aids for speech amplification, the Empower hearing amplifier comes highly recommended.
Sound Amplification
The Empower Hearing Amplifier has a 12 band sound processing technology that precisely amplifies the frequencies produced by human conversation. The technology allows the device to control the amplitude of the voices throughout the variation in conversation. The dynamicity of the volume control makes the users able to hear loud and quiet sounds. The users can control different sound programs with a single switch based on their preferences. The device offers four different programs. The reduction in background noise is also ensured by the 12 band sound processing technology. Noise and distortion is automatically cancelled out while amplifying sounds pertaining to human conversation. The layered noise reduction removes white noise layer by layer bringing out the frequencies produced by human conversation. The device aids during calls and can connect to phone speakers acoustically. The ear tips with which the device comes help it to fix perfectly in the user's ear and does not allows sound to enter the ear from anywhere besides the hearing device, giving the user full control over what and how he hears.
Design & Comfort
The Empower Hearing Amplifier has a compact and sleek design. It is almost invisible behind the ear providing a comfortable wearing and listening experience. It is ergonomically shaped to conform naturally to the shape of your ear. The hearing device has a modern design that allows it to be less prominent on the ear once worn. The overall size of the device is pretty small making it very easily concealable behind the ear. The Empower Hearing Amplifier comes with 10 zinc batteries allowing the device to be used without interruption. The 4 program option allows the users to personalize the device and use it according to their preferences. With a modern, compact design and advanced hearing amplification technology, the Empower hearing aids delivers good volume and sounds crystal clear for conversational use. The entire package comes with the hearing aids assembled with tubing and tip, a carrying case, size 10 zinc-air batteries and a cleaning brush and wire. It also comes with a power tip for increased volume where required.
Are these the right hearing aids for you?
The Verdict? The Empower hearing amplifier is one of the best hearing aids with a slim profile design that provides clear sound amplification with digital sound processing. It is a sleek, well-designed hearing device that amplifies human vocals in the environment while cancelling out background/white noise. The 12-band sound processing technology allows it to monitor change in amplitude when it comes conversation and background noise. This allows the user to hear sound without having the need to adjust the volume. The Empower Hearing Amplifier has four programs that can be selected from depending upon user preference and sound hearing needs. The device comes with a tip, tube, 10 zinc batteries and a carrying case. Empower Hearing Amplifier has a minimalist design and is barely visible when worn behind the ear. Overall, it's one of the best hearing aids that deliver crystal clear audio performance and we highly recommend them.
#2 Otofonix Elite Hearing Aid
Overview: Otofonix Elite Hearing Aid
The Otofonix Elite hearing aid is a pre-assembled hearing aid device that comes in various shapes, sizes and types of sound tubes and ear domes. The hearing device has size-312 batteries included. It is one of the best hearing aids available with a 12-band digital sound processor and 4 channel amplifier allowing the device to amplify sound with clarity. The hearing device has an advanced digital audio technology that allows it to amplify human vocals with accuracy while cancelling any background/white noise picked up by the microphone. The Otofonix Elite Mini Hearing Amplifier has acoustic feedback cancellation and adaptive, layered noise cancellation technology that allows it to change volume in varying degrees of noise. It has Wide Range Dynamic Compression technology that makes soft and low frequency sounds more audible. The device has a 4-set program with a normal setting for regular listening; noisy setting for reduced background noise; treble setting to decrease the high frequencies such as those produced by whistling, squealing and audio feedback; and a power setting for maximum amplification of all frequencies. A rocker switch is located on the device to increase and decrease volume manually and to change listening programs. The package includes the Otofonix Elite Mini Hearing Amplifier assembled with a sound tube and a medium Open Ear Dome which removes the sensation of wearing ear-plugs, 1 size-2 sound tube for larger fitting requirement, extra size open ear domes, 1 medium closed ear dome, 1 user manual, 7 size-312 hearing aid batteries and a cleaning brush and wire. If you are looking for one of the best hearing aids with crystal clear sound reproduction, the Otofonix Elite is a great choice.
The Otofonix Elite Mini Hearing Amplifier gives its users a clear listening experience with vibrant sound quality. The hearing device gives complete control to the user in terms of controlling the quality and volume of the sound it projects to the ear. The Otofonix Elite Mini Hearing Amplifier comes with 4 preset program settings. The first setting is the normal setting for regular listening, the second setting is the noisy setting which when turned on reduces background/white noise, the third setting is the treble setting which decreases high frequency sounds such as whistling, squealing and feedback, the fourth setting is the power setting which increases the amplitude of the sounds being received by its microphone. The device has 100% digital circuitry, 4 channels and a 12-band digital sound processor which greatly amplifies the frequencies produced by human voice. Its adaptive, layered noise reduction technology allows it to dynamically reduce any background/feedback noise being picked up by its microphone. The hearing device makes soft sounds more audible via its Wide Dynamic Range Compression. The rocker switch on the device can be used to increase or decrease the total volume. The clarity of the Otofonix Elite Mini Hearing Amplifier is optimal for those having hearing issues who want complete control over their device.
The Otofonix Elite Mini Hearing Amplifier is a sleek, compact hearing aid device that suits well with the ear. Its small size and weight make it ideal to be concealed behind the ear. The device comes with a normal, medium and extra sized ear domes to be used by the user depending upon the ear size and comfort. The hearing device has a long battery life and comes with 7 size-312 batteries. Its acoustic feedback cancellation works to reduce feedback and high pitched noises. The device fits nicely for most ear sizes and is ergonomically shaped for comfort. The Otofonix Elite comes pre-assembled and ready to use – it includes various sizes and types of sound tubes to fit your ear dome. They work best for those looking for a mild to moderate improvement in listening performance.
The Verdict? The Otofonix Elite Mini is one of the best hearing aids built for those concerned about discretion and functionality. The device has 4 preset programs with normal, noisy, treble and power settings – each suitable for different environments. The rocker switch allows the selection of one of these programs and controls the total volume. The device has adaptive, layered feedback cancellation technology to reduce background noise and its Wide Dynamic Range Compression technology makes listening to softer sounds quite easy. The hearing aid has a long battery life and comes with 7 size-312 batteries, a size-2 sound tube, medium and extra size open ear domes, a user manual and cleaning brush. The Otofonix Elite Mini has a sleek and compact design and is virtually invisible when worn behind the ears. If you are looking for one of the best hearing aids that can provide discrete and crystal clear vocals, the Otofonix Elite is a great choice.
#3 Banglijian Hearing Aid
Overview: Banglijian Hearing Aid
The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids designed by professional audiologists that allow durability and comfort for the wearer. The amplification capacity of this hearing device is considerably large and is not recommended for users with mild hearing problems. The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has a durable lithium ion battery which can be used for 20-24 hours with a 2 hour full battery charge. The device can be charged with a USB cable. The one finger operability allows users to change the volume and hearing program with one button. The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier comes with a 4-channel signal processing technology and 4 independent compression-amplification channels. This combination allows the hearing device to divide the received sound into different frequency regions so that it can be analysed separately. The processing and recurring techniques including the speech noise synchronization detection and adaptive layered noise reduction technology allows the device to effectively reduce the background/white noise and cancel any acoustic feedback that may be generated. The device allows the selection of a hearing channel amongst from three programs which include programs for noisy, high pitched and quiet environments. This hearing aid comes with two types of sound tubes and ear domes to choose from.
The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has a considerably large amplification quality that allows it to amplify very low sounds as well. The hearing device is not recommended for those with mild hearing problems. The device has a 4 channel signal processing technology with 4 independent compression-amplification channels that divide the sound into different frequency regions for separate analysis. The hearing device then uses speech noise synchronization detection optimization to reduce the background/white noise to deliver crystal clear sound with amplified sounds produced by human voice. The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has acoustic feedback cancellation which reduces any feedback caused by echo allowing it to perform efficiently in high-echo environments such as large rooms. The five different volume levels can be chosen from by the user for their ease of use. The hearing programs available give the user the option to control the sound output in high-treble environments allowing them to hear crystal clear vocals.
The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has a small, compact design that allows it to be easily concealed behind the ear. The hearing device has a sound tube that connects the ear plug to the device. The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has a volume button and a finger touch button allowing volume control and sound program changes respectively. The device is quite portable as it has a 20-24 hour battery life on a 2 hour full charge because of its durable lithium ion battery. The hearing device is also portable as it can easily be charged via a USB cable. The product is very suitable for severe hearing losses as its capacity to amplify sound is considerably large. The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has a modern design and goes well with suits and formal dressing. The rechargeable feature allows older users to charge the device using a standard USB cable unlike other hearing devices that need frequent battery replacement.
The Verdict? The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids with a very large amplification capacity and is built by professional audiologists. The device is not recommended for users with mild hearing loss. The device is durable, comfortable and can be easily concealed behind the ear. The device has a rechargeable feature that allows it to run 20-24 hours on a full 2 hour charge. The device has a lithium ion battery that can be charged by a standard USB cable. The Banglijian Hearing Amplifier has 4 channels signal processing, with 4 independent compression-amplification channels that allows it to divide the received audio input into separate frequency channels for analysis. The adaptive noise synchronization detection optimization and the layered noise reduction technology allow it to cancel any background/white noise that might be picked up by the microphone. The hearing aid has acoustic feedback cancellation technology and comes with sound tubes. It has five different volume levels controllable by the one finger operation button located on the top. It's one of the best hearing aids designed for those with significant hearing loss and is a great choice for elderly folks.
#4 Brtizgo Hearing Aid
Overview: Britzgo Hearing Aids
The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids with a full digital noise cancelling sound chip and small modern design. The hearing device comes in a set of 2 devices, one for each ear. The devices have a very efficient power consumption and can last up to 500 hours. The hearing aids are small and discrete and can easily be concealed behind the ear. The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier has active digital noise cancellation technology implemented on a noise cancellation sound chip that allows the device to cancel out background/white noise dynamically during its use making human speech more audible. The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier also has high and low amplification controls and provide a clear boost in sound. The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier comes with a premium wireless hearing amplifier, a compact carrying case, 3 different sizes of ear tips, 2 long life batteries, cleaning brush, left and right fittings, 6 ear domes, 6 tubes and a user manual. The device can be used right out of the box and no setup of fitting is required making it easy for aged users. The hearing device comes in grey, silver and black colors. Overall, the Britzgo is one of the best hearing aids that delivers good value for money and we highly recommend them.
Sound Performance
The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier produces clear, vibrant amplified sound. The device has a digital noise cancellation chip that allows it to remove any background/white noises that might be picked up by its microphone which allows it to produce clear, amplified sound for those who have trouble hearing in noisy areas. The active digital noise reduction is a one-finger operation allowing users to easily cancel out noise. The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier has a high and a low amplification control. The sound quality is optimal for a hearing aid device and allows users to listen to the sounds of their loved ones with clarity and focus. The total volume output is considerably high and the device can amplify high pitched noise such as whistling and squealing as well. We liked the fact that the Britzgo hearing aids come with a full digital noise cancelling sound chip which helps to block outside ambient noises while listening through these aids.
The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier has a minimalist design and fits in ergonomically behind the ears. The device is barely visible once worn behind the ear making it suitable to be worn in public places and official meetings. There are two buttons on the device: one for volume control and the other for changing the sound program. The buttons are carefully placed so that it is easy for the wearer to have access to them when the device is in use. The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier has a battery life of above 500 hours and the packaging comes with 4 batteries. The device can be used out of the box and no setup is required. The sound output is easily adjustable through various levels and the ear domes are quite comfortable to wear. The entire package comes with 2 packs of amplifiers, 4 batteries, 6 ear domes and 6 tubes.
The Verdict? The Britzo Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that can be worn right out of the box. The hearing device has a fully dedicated noise cancellation chip that cancels out background/white noise from noisy and busy environments allowing the user to hear crystal clear vocals. The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier has a one finger operation Active Digital Noise Reduction that makes it quite easy to toggle the noisy environment mode in the device. The package comes with 2 packs of amplifiers, 4 batteries, 6 ear domes, and 6 tubes. The device has a 500+ hour battery life making it very power efficient. The hearing device is quite comfortable and has a sleek and modern design. Once worn, the device is easily concealed behind the ear with its ergonomic design. Overall, it's one of the best hearing aids available and we highly recommend them.
#5 Bonicware Hearing Aids
Overview: Bonicware Hearing Aids
The Bonicware Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that has a compact design and is almost invisible behind the ear once worn. It comes with a one touch frequency control button that can be used to change frequency ranges. The device has five modes for precision amplification that gives the user the ability to modify the tone and volume of the sound output for maximum clarity. The distortion at any volume produced by the speaker is always less than 1 percent. The Bionicware Hearing device has an 8 layered noise suppression technology which allows it to maintain an optimum signal to noise ratio allowing it to adjust quickly to outdoor environments with varying degrees of noise. The hearing device also has a speech amplification feature that allows it to amplify frequencies lying within the human vocal range. The package comes with the Bionicware Hearnig Amplifier, 1 storage box, small, large and medium ear tips, medium and large closed ear domes, cleaning brush with a magnet for removing batteries and an instruction manual. The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier has 4 independent channels and integrated digital circuitry for crystal clear sound. Overall, it's one of the best hearing aids that we have tested and comes highly recommended.
The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier has a crystal clear sound with five different levels of volume control giving the user complete control over the noise cancellation levels and the total volume output of the hearing device. The different levels of voice amplification help the user choose different modes for different environments to listen clearly. The noise cancellation is done digitally using 8 layered channel noise cancellation technology making the output sound clear with less than 1 percent distortion and an optimum signal to noise ratio. The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier is designed by American engineers and built with premium components that amplify frequencies in the human vocal range to make conversations clear. The in-canal ear amplifier has the ability to process 4 independent channels digitally to produce superior sound quality when it comes to listening to vocals. The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier can easily be used to speech and conversational voices by those with severe hearing loss by using the medium setting in the volume control feature.
The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier has a sleek and modern design. The hearing device is compact and durable because it is made with premium components designed by American engineers. Once worn, the Bionicware Hearing Amplifier is easily concealed behind the ear making it almost invisible to other people. The device has two buttons on top for volume control allowing the user to easily switch between the five available volume control options. The device is portable as it comes with a carrying case. The hearing device has a considerably battery and life and can last for upto 24 hours. The Bionicware hearing aid comes with a simple one touch digital frequency control which allows you to change the volume with a touch of a button – it also features 5 modes for precision amplification that allows you to modify the tone and volume for maximum clarity. The hearing amplifier noise cancellation allows you to hear pure digital sound with less than 1% distortion with up to 8 layers of noise suppression.
The Verdict? The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids with a really good signal to noise ratio. The in-canal ear amplifier processes 4 independent channels digitally reducing the total distortion to less than 1 percent. The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier also has an 8-layered noise cancellation channel system that gives it the ability to filter out and reduce the amplitude of the frequencies that do not belong to the human vocal range. The users experience high quality sound when talking and listening to other people. The Bionicware Hearing Amplifier comes with a storage box, small, medium and large open dome ear tips and medium and large closed dome ear tips, a cleaning brush with a magnet to remove batteries and a user manual. The hearing aid is almost invisible and looks really discrete when worn. Overall, it's one of the best hearing aids with a discrete design and crystal clear audio performance.
#6 ULAIF Hearing Aids
Overview: ULAIF Hearing Aids
The ULAIF Hearing Amplifier are some of the best hearing aids with dynamic digital amplification and provide a comfortable listening experience. The ULAIF Hearing Amplifier has 12-band processing that allows it to specifically amplify sounds lying within the human vocal range. The heading device produces clear sound and is optimal for conversations for those who have hearing problems. It has a 4 channel Wide Dynamic Range Compression which reduces background noise and makes soft sounds easier to listen to. The hearing device also has 10 different digital volume settings that allows users to select different volume settings for different environments. The ULAIF Hearing Amplifier is barely visible to other people once worn. It comes with three different ear dome sizes for children, adults and seniors. The package comes with the ULAIF Hearing Amplifier, a compact carrying case, 2 thin sound tubes, 3 sets of open and closed ear domes in small, medium and large sizes, a cleaning brush for ear domes, a cleaning wire and pack of six batteries and a user manual. If you are looking for one of the best hearing aids with wide dynamic range compression and crystal clear sound, the ULAIF hearing aids are definitely the ones to get.
The ULAIF Hearing Amplifier has a 12-band processing technology that allows it to precisely amplify the frequencies lying within the human vocal range. The hearing device produces crisp vocals and provides the users with 10 different volume output settings suited for different environments. The ULAIF Hearing Amplifier has a 4 channel, Wide Dynamic Range Compression technology that allows it to reduce background/white noise making conversations much easier. The hearing device also makes soft sounds easy to hear. Users can use the device's volume program for normal, TV and noisy environments. The sound quality is optimal for those with mild and severe hearing problems. The device can be worn in either ear without experiencing any loss in sound quality or volume. The ear domes that come with the device are soft and prevent howling effectively. The thin sound tubes offer lossless transfer of sound and can easily be tucked behind the ear.
The ULAIF hearing device is a modern, compact device suitable for people with mild and severe hearing loss. The hearing device has a very compact look, and is easily concealed behind the ear of the user. The device is made with premium components that provide durability. The device has a button on top that offers multiple functions such as volume control and program control. The ULAIF hearing device is quite portable as it comes with a carrying case and batteries. The device can be worn and taken anywhere. The battery life of the hearing device lasts for about 24 hours making it very power efficient. This hearing aid has a very sleek and lightweight design and can be worn on the ear without causing any fatigue. It comes with three types and three sizes for comfortable ear domes that can fit both adults and children.
The Verdict? The ULAIF are some of the best hearing aids with 12-band processing technology that easily amplifies the frequencies lying the within the human vocal range. The sound output is clear and the amplification results are sufficient for everyday conversations. The ULAIF comes with a Wide Dynamic Range Compression which specifically targets background noise frequencies and reduces them. This makes the ULAIF perfect for diverse environments with diverse background noise levels. The device offers good quality amplification with a very comfortable ergonomic design and three different sizes of ear domes for listening comfort. We liked the fact that these hearing aids have wide dynamic range which reduces background noises and allows soft sounds to become audible – it has 10 levels of digital volume for individuals with mild or moderate hearing issues. Overall, the ULAIF are some of the best hearing aids we have tested and definitely recommend them.
#7 Britzgo BHA-200 Hearing Aid
Overview: BHA-200 Hearing Aids
The Britzgo BHA-200 are some of the best hearing aids with long lasting battery life and highly efficient power consumption. The BHA-200 comes with high and low tone controls that delivers high quality sound, perfect everyday conversations, TV and music. The 220 hearing amplifier boosts up the audio and conversations, making it easier for you to hear every word. The device has different modes that you can choose from including mid, high, wide and low ranges, depending on your personal needs and the environmental setting that you are in. The BHA-220 hearing amplifier has a very attractive design with a modern aesthetic. Users can take advantage of the ambidextrous hearing tube of the 220 that can be adjusted for sound in either ear as the device has been designed for both ears. Furthermore, the digital circuitry of the device makes it reliable and durable – meaning that the device can sustain rough use. The device comes enclosed in a stylish case that users can utilize when traveling or moving around. The 500+ hour battery life makes this hearing aid highly versatile and convenient to use. Overall, the BHA-200s are some of the best hearing aids we have come across with superb battery life, so don't forget to check them out!
The Britzgo Digital Hearing Aid Amplifier BHA-220 delivers a clear and loud sound without causing any discomfort. The BHA-220 has a maximum output design that specifically target low sounding audios and amplifies the sound, boosting normal voices and conversations to a considerable extent. The amplification process does not alter the clarity of the sound. The device does not have a noise reduction feature but users have the ability to control the loudness of the sound by choosing from four different modes including high, low, mid and wide ranges, allowing them to adjust the sound according to their environment. Both high and low tone control is included within the BHA-220 allowing users with greater control over their hearing experience. The sound output overall is quite decent and the BHA-220 does a good job in terms of amplifying vocal conversations, TV sound and music without any declination in the sound quality. The device essentially comes with the option of boosting up the audio allowing users to hear conversations easily, even from another room. The clarity and sharpness of the sound is not altered or hampered when the volume gain is turned up. Overall, the Digital Hearing Aid Amplifier BHA-220 delivers superb sound clarity with extra-long battery life and tonal volume controls.
The Britzgo Digital Hearing Aid Amplifier BHA-220 has a sleek and ergonomic design that makes it comfortable to wear for extended periods of time. The BHA-220s works in either ear and comes with an adjustable ambidextrous hearing tube that can swivel left and right. The device also comes with a stylish case that the users can secure the BHA-220 in when not in use or when traveling. The body of the device has large buttons, which are carefully hidden at the side. Users can enjoy greater accessibility with these large buttons and save time when adjusting volume, etc. The device has a sturdy built and has the capability to sustain rough use. The device is highly durable and works perfectly fine even after accidental dropping. We also liked the fact that these hearing aids come with over-sized buttons that are effortless to control – the larger battery and cartridge are easily replaceable. The device comes with an extra-long battery life of 500+ hours, perfect for traveling.
Are these hearing aids worth getting?
The Verdict? The Britzgo BHA-220s are some of the best hearing aids with a sleek and modern design with highly efficient power consumption. The device boosts up normal conversations and allows the user to hear every word with great clarity. Everyday conversations, TV audio and music are all easily amplified with the 220. Users get a stylish case along with the device as well. The overall built and quality of the 220 is ergonomic and durable – it has a ready to wear modern stylish design that fits comfortably on the ears. Perhaps the most attractive feature of the device is that it comes with an extra-long battery life of 500+ hours. With the BHA-220, users do not need to worry about charging the device and then using it. They can simply use the device on the go and replace batteries for weeks on end. These hearing aids work in either ear and come with high and low tone controls with large buttons for easy control. Overall, the Britzgo BHA-220s are some of the best hearing aids we have come across with a sleek and modern looking design and we highly recommend them.
#8 Zyon Hearing Aids
Overview: Zyon Hearing Aids
The Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that offers a clear and natural sound. Unlike traditional behind the ear design, the superior RIC design allows for high sound clarity and low distortion since the sound does not have to travel through an extensive tube. The Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier features an advanced sound processor that helps reduce the unnecessary background noise such as wind, whistling and feedback noise. The device has a battery life of 18-20 hours and is rechargeable. However, the device takes a minimum of 4 hours to fully-charge. The Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier has a very wide dynamic range compression (WDRC) that easily amplifies difficult to hear sounds, without increasing the background noise. The response time for the amplification of the sound is fast. The sound amplification is carried out efficiently with low reverb and echo thereby, ensuring that the sound overall retains its clarity and detail. The Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier also comes with an intelligent volume adjustment feature that automatically amplifies sound and cancels out background noise based on the environment that you are in. The package also includes three different sizes of ear domes allowing users to select whichever one fits comfortably in the ear. Overall, it's one of the best hearing aids that delivers crystal clear audio performance and is a great choice for those with mild hearing issues.
The Zyon hearing aids offers a clear and natural sound after amplification. Unlike in traditional BTE hearing device where the sound travels through a tube, the RIC design of the Zyon device allows for the sound to be amplified instantly in the ear canal with low distortion. The device comes with an automatic gain control feature where the device intelligently listens to the background and adjusts the volume according to the environment that you are in. An advances digital sound processor within the device efficiently reduces background noise, wind, whistling and feedback – ensuring sound clarity. Interestingly, the device also comes with a wide range compression (WDRC) with a peak gain of 40 dB and a frequency range of 200-600 Hz, which allows for the amplification of difficult to hear sounds without increasing the background noise. Users will find that the sound quality is decent and distortion is minimal – particularly hissing noise that is often a major complaint when it comes to hearing amplification devices. The Zyon hearing aids have a fast amplification response type that automatically adjusts volume and reduces background noise without creating unwanted reverb and echo. Automatic gain is definitely a major advantage of the Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier as it controls the background noise and adjusts volume on its own regardless of the environment that the user is in. Therefore, the device performs well in noisy and loud environments.
The Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier has a sleek and modern looking appearance. It comes with big easy to press buttons for you to adjust the sound output and volume on the go. The volume control button and the on/off switch are designed for people with lower dexterity, however, these buttons tend to influence of the beauty of the device overall. Overall, the Zyon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier has a slim profile and rounded corners that the previous generations lacked. The device is portable; however, it does not come with a shock/ travel case. Users may need to invest in a case separately. The internal design of the device is highly efficient – the RIC design delivers audio directly into the ear canal which provides a cleaner listening experience. The device comes with three different sizes of open-fit domes that have been designed to not completely seal off your ears, thereby eliminating the chances of producing a hollow voice in your head. The Zyon hearing aids have a frequency range of 200 Hz to 6 kHz and a peak gain of 40dB. It also has 4 channels and 12 band volume settings for you to adjust the sound output according to your preferences.
The Verdict? The Zyon Rechargeable RIC Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that provide clear and natural sound amplification and minimal sound distortion. With a battery life of 18 – 20 hours and automatic gain control feature, the device is suitable for users who do not wish to go through the hassle of adjusting volume as they move from one environment to another. The device takes care of both volume adjustment and noise reduction. The WDRC and sound amplification processor work in collaboration to ensure that the volume in increased and the background noise, wind, whistling and feedback noise is minimized. Users get three different sized ear domes that the users can test and select from in terms of fitness. The device is great for users who have lower dexterity as the design includes large easy-to-press buttons that can be accessed easily. The sound quality overall is decent enough to allow the device to perform well even in excessively noisy environments. On the whole, the Zyon RIC amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that we have come across and we highly recommend them.
#9 Clearon CL-202S Hearing Aids
Overview: CL-202S Hearing Aids
The Clearon CL-202S is one of the best hearing aids that provide high quality sound amplification with a simple and user-friendly design. This tiny rechargeable device is very user-friendly and has been designed to fit ergonomically in either of the ears. This hearing amplifier device comes with a rechargeable battery that offers around 40 – 48 hours of continues use after fully-charged. The battery health may deteriorate with time. The device has a full digital tone quality that ensures low distortions in sound and increased clarity. A great feature of this device is that it comes with a noise reduction option that can be used to minimize any background noise that may be amplified as the volume is increased. The Clearon CL-202S hearing aids also feature a volume control that allows users to adjust the volume according to their desires. The package comes with three different sized ear plugs (small, medium, large) that the users can test and adjust. The Clearon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier also comes with a shockproof case that can be used to secure the hearing aid while traveling or when not in use. The device overall has been designed in collaboration with experienced audiologists in order to ensure proper sound amplification. If you are looking for some of the best hearing aids that provide highly quality sound amplification, the CL-202S is a great choice.
The BTE Clearon Rechargeable hearing aid offers a full-digital tone quality with low audio distortion and clear voice. The device features a volume control button to allow users to adjust the loudness of the sound according to their desired level. Furthermore, the Clearon hearing aid has a special noise reduction feature that allows users to minimize any background noise that may be amplified alongside. The noise-reduction feature can help users reduce the unnecessary noise and enjoy a clearer sound to a certain extent. The effectiveness of the device in terms reducing the background noise may vary from one environment to another – depending upon the extent of the noise. The device offers decent sound amplification with a full on acoustic gain of 1600 Hz and a frequency response of 450 – 35000 Hz. The device does a fairly decent job at amplifying phone conversations, TV audio and any sort of music playing. Excessively noisy environments may reduce the effectiveness of the device even with the noise-reduction feature, but the sound quality and clarity overall work well in everyday situations. As far as the amplification feature is concerned, the device performs pretty well and substantially improves the hearing experience overall. For users who are looking for a hearing amplifier aid that they can use in everyday situations, such as office conversations, the Clearon CL-202S works like a charm.
The Clearon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier offers a variety of features and delivers good value for money. This BTE hearing amplifier device has been designed in collaboration with professionally experienced audiologists. The overall build of the device is very durable. The materials used in the construction of the device are top-grade in order to ensure durability, quality and a greater life-time of usage. The Clearon Rechargeable Amplifier is a portable device complete with a shockproof case that the device can be enclosed in when on the move or traveling. The design overall is simple and user-friendly. A volume control button is built in to the device that the users can adjust to control the sound loudness. The amplifier itself is small and flexible making it easier for the users to carry it around when not in use. Two useful features that have been included as a part of the device are a rechargeable battery and noise reduction option. Aside from the 48 hour battery life, the device comes with a USB cable and power adapter that can be used to charge the device. The Clearon Rechargeable Hearing Amplifier also comes with three different sized ear plugs to choose from including small, medium and large sizes
The Verdict? The Clearon Rechargble BTE Hearing Amplifier are some of the best hearing aids that provide great sound quality and a user friendly design. It runs with a high quality rechargeable battery that provides up to 40 hours of continuous music playtime after a full charge. The Clearon hearing aid is comfortable in either ear – it has a full digital tone quality for low audio distortion and clearer voice. The device does a good job in terms of amplifying sound – it also comes with a noise reduction feature that helps the user hear with maximum clarity. The entire package features three different sized ear plugs, rechargeable batteries, USB cable, shockproof case and a power adaptor. This hearing amplifier is small and flexible and travel friend. It has a full digital circuitry and volume control for better and easy access. Overall, the Clearon amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that provide high quality sound amplification and a noise reduction feature that offers optimal hearing performance.
#10 BTE Personal Hearing Aids
Overview: BTE Personal Hearing Aids
The BTE Personal Sound Amplifier is one of the best hearing aids that has been designed to be highly-user friendly. This small digital device comes with 2 sets of premium hearing amplifiers and 12 different volume channels that the users can choose from depending on their personal needs. The volume level has been designed so as to give users more control over customizability of sound. The BTE Amplifier has an adjustable volume knob that shifts to six different settings providing users with a total of 12 different volume options to adjust their sound to. Unlike most hearing amplifiers that come with over complicated user manuals, the BTE amplifiers come with quality customer service where the user is directly contacted as soon as their device gets delivered to ensure an easy set-up. The package also includes 3 different sized ear-tips that offer greater personalization and have been designed to fit the ear snuggly thereby reducing the chances of feedback noise. The users can try all 3 different sizes and use whichever size they feel comfortable in. Furthermore, the BTE Personal Amplifier comes enclosed in a durable hearing amplifier travel case along with 3 sets of free batteries. Users can secure their hearing amplifier in the travel case and take them anywhere they go. All 6 batteries included within the package are 1.5V which are compatible with PG13, L1154, 357, A76, LR44 and AG13.
The BTE Personal Sound Amplifiers are some of the best hearing aids that offer a great deal of customizability in terms of controlling the volume output. An easy-to-use volume knob allows users to adjust the sound to a total of 12 different volumes depending upon how loud they want the sound to be. The BTE Sound Amplifiers offer a pretty decent sound quality and improve hearing up to 98%. The clarity of the sound overall is exceptional owing to the ear-tips that fit the ear in a manner that blocks out white noise and any other unnecessary background noise. It also comes with a voice clarification specification that helps retain the voices and enhance the overall conversational experience. Not only do these hearing amplifiers increase the volume that the user hears, but also clarify the sound to help in the hearing process. As the user adjusts the volume to their desired preference, the device controls the background/white noise and prevents any unwanted sound from amplifying with it. The hearing amplifiers work well even when there is music playing in the background – increasing the volume does not affect the quality of the sound or vocal performance in general. Since this is a hearing aid, the sound of the instruments are not affected, simply amplified.
The BTE Sound Amplifiers are designed to prioritize quality and user-comfort over product aesthetics. The digital design of the device includes flexible mini earbuds that have been fashioned to fit snugly in the ear canal. The in-depth placement of the ear-tips allows for the device to take advantage of the natural acoustics and anatomy of the ear thereby improving the overall sound quality output for the user. User comfort is maximized within the device with 3 different sized ear tips included within the package to help users select the ear-tip that fits their ear well. These hearing aids also feature an easy-to-use volume knob that the users can use to adjust volume settings. Moreover, the design includes flexible and highly versatile ear tubing to ensure that it fits both right and left ears perfectly. The device comes with a portable protective and durable travel case to encourage user-mobility. We liked the fact that these hearing aids are designed with 4 different volume levels for each personal level, providing you with a total of 12 volume levels for you to customize your listening experience.
The Verdict? The BTE Personal Hearing Amplifiers are some of the best hearing aids that offer good sound quality and volume output. The sound quality that you get with these BTE hearing aids is crystal clear with virtually no distortion – it also filters outside background noises for a comfortable listening experience. Users get more than just the device itself since the package includes 3 different sized ear-buds, 3 sets of 1.5V batteries, a durable travel case and a volume control knob that offers up to 12 different types of volume levels that the users can select from. The clarity and sharpness of the sound remain unaffected by the increase in volume since the device automatically controls any white/ background noise that may be influencing the sound quality. We liked the fact that these hearing aids come with 3 different sized ear tips to choose from including a travel case for easy portability. It has a comfortable and ergonomic design and can be worn for extended periods without causing ear fatigue. Overall, the BTE Personal amplifiers are some of the best hearing aids that deliver smooth and crystal clear vocal sound and we highly recommend them.
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I'd like to give you a rundown of my Royal Rumble Predictions and provide a preview of one of the most exciting WWE events of the year.
The road to Wrestlemania starts at the Royal Rumble. This year it will take place at the Alamodome in San Antonio, where 20 years ago it broke the Royal Rumble attendance record with over 60,000 strong in attendance. This Sunday WWE looks to shatter that record, and to do so they assembled the most electrifying Royal Rumble match in history. This year's Royal Rumble is star studded with names such as The Undertaker, Goldberg and Brock Lesner which collectively have the draw power of Wrestlemania.
If the Royal Rumble match itself wasn't big enough, the event also includes 5 championship matches too. I can't remember a WWE pay per view event that I was more looking forward to watching than this year's Royal Rumble.
I think the setup of this card is a great way for WWE to spotlight the younger stars like Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens and Charlotte Flair while still keeping their big draw superstars involved. I expect to see some surprise entrants into the Royal Rumble match and I won't be shocked to see appearances from Triple H and Seth Rollins somewhere in the show.
Here is a preview and my predictions for matches currently scheduled on the pay per view along with the confirmed entrants into the Royal Rumble match itself.


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Center receives new flag
Published 6:11 pm Wednesday, June 23, 2010
The new American flag that flies at the Jimmy Furlow SeniorCitizen Center downtown is not only a symbol of our country, but asymbol of all the things that make it great, officials said at aflag-raising ceremony on Tuesday.
The flag and flagpole were donated to the center by Woodmen ofthe World, and will fly around the clock, lit by a spotlight,weather permitting.
"We really appreciate that Woodmen of the World has chosen todonate this flag and flagpole to us," said center director NancyRay. "It's not just to show patriotism here in Brookhaven, but italso serves as a reminder."
"Old Glory" was presented in a ceremony Tuesday morning in thecourtyard that faces First Baptist Church at the facility on thecorner of South First Street and Cherokee Street. Dignitaries fromthe state Woodmen of the World office were on hand, as well as agathering of city and county officials, local seniors andinterested citizens.
Brookhaven Recreation Department Director Terry Reid said theflagpole was in the ultimate plan for the center when the Woodmenof the World came to the rescue.
"We were hunting a flagpole and (WOW President) Mrs. Johnnie(Jackson) called up and said, 'We've got it,'" said Reid.
Officials said the Woodmen provide flags to worthy non-profitorganizations such as fire departments, parks, playgrounds andother kinds of community centers, and that the senior citizencenter seemed to be a perfect fit.
"This flagpole is special to us as a contribution to thisfacility," Jackson said. "This will be a wonderful addition to thecommunity."
Ray said it also meant a lot to her that there was a goodturnout for the event in spite of the extreme heat andhumidity.
"I thought it was a wonderful turnout, and I think it's greatthat the community could come out and support the senior citizencenter and the Woodmen of the World jointly like this," shesaid.
The senior citizen center offers a place for seniors to attendclasses, club meeting, and social gatherings, and is open to anyone50 and up. It is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ray said anyone interested in center activities may call theJimmy Furlow Senior Citizen Center at 601-835-5076.


Thank you to all parents who attended Parent/teacher conferences. I really enjoyed seeing you and visiting with you. I hope all enjoyed their three day weekend. It was a nice break. We have a lot of things to do this week, though. Please take note of all the things that are going on this week.
Reminders: Weekly clubs resume this week.


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We're Hiring a Marketing Director
Founded in 2014 and based in Nashville, TN, UAV Coach is a leading training, education and news company for professionals and hobbyists in the drone industry. Our mission is to help drone pilots be safe and smart operators.
The commercial drone industry is growing quickly. Whether it's a medical company doing last-mile blood delivery, a fire department that needs to safely monitor wildfires, a farmer who wants data on his crops, or a construction company that needs progress reports on its sites, organizations in a multitude of industries are using drones to capture images, video and data from the air to save time, to save money and even to save lives. We train and educate the drone pilots who do these jobs.
Across our two websites — UAV Coach and Drone Pilot Ground School — we get over 500,000 monthly pageviews. We provide both online and in-person training courses and also report on industry news to an email subscriber base of 50,000 U.S. and international drone enthusiasts. Over 22,000 people have used our flagship training course, Drone Pilot Ground School, to pass the U.S. commercial drone pilot exam. Most recently, we were selected by the Federal Aviation Administration to serve on an advisory team that will aid in developing a knowledge and safety test for recreational drone pilots.
Notable clients include Intel, The Wall Street Journal, General Electric, The Nature Conservancy, Lockheed Martin, Keller Williams, and many other corporations as well as many universities, government agencies, public safety departments, small businesses and solo entrepreneurs.
We're a fully remote team of 4 full-time employees, 2 part-time employees and 20 contractors around the U.S. We're a family-run company that values integrity, a growth mindset and a can-do attitude.
Marketing has always been at the heart of our growth and vision as a company. As the Marketing Director, you will be responsible for growing our online audience and industry relationships, optimizing our marketing channels and driving new growth marketing initiatives. This is a full-time role that requires you to both think strategically and execute tactically.
As the Marketing Director, you will:
Own our existing calendar of marketing initiatives, content production and campaigns across digital channels including site, email, organic search, social media and affiliate partnerships.
Set and execute new growth strategies.
Manage two remote employees and hire / manage additional freelancers as needed to achieve company goals.
Flexible, remote work environment — as long as you're located between Pacific and Eastern time, you can do your work from anywhere while maintaining consistent, responsive communication.
Unlimited paid time off — vacation, sick, and personal days will not be tracked.
Work-related travel — You will be asked to travel with our team 4-5 times throughout the year to drone industry conferences and team-building events like InterDrone, Commercial UAV Expo, XPONENTIAL, drone film festivals, our team retreat and other opportunities that may arise.
Competitive compensation.
To support our 2020 objectives, you should exhibit the following competencies:
Strong writing skills — understands tone, grammar and style and has a track record of publishing or managing the production of high-quality written content.
Strong project management skills — can plan ahead, track progress and identify roadblocks in order to meet deadlines and goals. Communicates clearly and often. Able to work within tight deadlines, adjust to changes in priorities, and balance short-term needs with long-term strategic initiatives.
Attention to detail — executes flawlessly and does not let important details slip through the cracks.
Proactive problem solving — takes the initiative to create improvements and push forward initiatives. Brings ideas to the table.
Flexibility / adaptability — adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity and change.
Strategic thinking / visioning — able to build marketing strategies to meet goals. Able to see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way. Determines opportunities and threats through comprehensive analysis of current and future trends.
Analytical mindset — takes a step-by-step approach to thinking to break down complex problems into single and manageable components. Uses numbers / data points to make informed strategic decisions.
Marketing software knowledge — strong working knowledge of how systems like WordPress, HubSpot, Google Analytics, Zapier, etc. work and integrate.
Strong communication — speaks and writes clearly and articulately and communicates often to keep team members updated.
Strong people management — effectively hires and manages freelancers and cooperates with other team members to establish an overall collaborative working relationship.
Provides feedback — delivers candid, actionable feedback in a professional manner to freelancers and to other team members.
In addition to exhibiting each of the job competencies above, you should have:
A strong interest in the drone / small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) industry.
4-5+ years of marketing experience with a track record of success in written content, SEO, email marketing, and/or video marketing campaigns.
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You need at least the following tools to do your favorite stocks analysis.
MetaStock (can be purchased anyway. The most popular tool for share market i.e.version 10.00+/To follow latest version+-).
A PC runs on Window 95/98/2000/XP with at least 150 MB for all software and database.
This is a One-time setting.
Deselect Use Today's Date & Traverse Source Folders.
Select Append data to end of file & Replace Matching Dates.
1) Goto www.klsedaily.com and login with your valid login id and password straight away.
4) At this moment, you are ready to do your Stock Analysis. Try out your Metastock program now.
5) Check up any new Initial Public Offers, IPOs stocks on www.klsedaily.com And use the Downloader to update the Stock Codes display on the www.klsedaily.com Update periodically for consistency is needed OR simply download latest KAD from www.klsedaily.com to replace your current one.
You do Not need to delete those spurious folders (c:\KLSE\1, C:\KLSE\2 ...etc) which will be created during data updating process. That is because some unknown data created. However you can delete these folders anytime, as you like. Please take note that some particular stock i.e. 3A is still residing at folder c:\KLSE\3.
" Always Put Your CUT LOSS POINT after buying a share. Remember that you only can afford what you loss "


Once again we were blessed with good weather on Sunday. There were a few new faces in attendance but it was the old hands who had trouble. Malcolm Bruce, Kevin Daly, Nad Haighi, Jason Wright and Kenny Wylie all were done for the day before the end of their first run!
That left a very skimpy field but got everyone else loads of track time. It was great to see the young Jake Byrne racking up the miles in the Ginetta Junior that he is campaigning this year.
As usual, the Westfield Brigade put on a good show. Philip Dalgity brought his tidy Honda S2000 out to play and had a few hairy moments but he left with an enormous smile!
David Buchanan showed that he wasnt scared of his Porsche 997 GT3, finding its limits on a number of occasions. Paul Keys teamed up with Stephen Pickering in his Honda, since Pauls Busa is currently in bits. The sight of him hounding Roy Stewarts Busa round the hairpin was humorous.
Brian McCann spent the day adjusting tyre pressures and suspension settings on his Porsche. I didnt get a chance to talk to him before he left to see if things had improved. The marshals, as ever, did a great job and have our whole hearted appreciation.


The Love & Lemons Meal Record and Market List is the prettiest meal planning journal you've ever seen! Plan your meals, grocery lists, and social events!
Meet the newest member of our L&L family: The Love & Lemons Meal Record and Market List! Also known as the prettiest meal planning journal you've ever seen (of course I'm biased).
This is for all of you who LOVE to meal plan… and also for those of you who think you might want to start meal planning (raising my hand), but were just waiting for the perfect pretty book, with letter-pressed type on the front, to record all of your wonderful plans and goals.
When you open up the hardcover case, it looks like this (below). The pocket on the left holds the removable journal and the market list fits into a pocket on the right. This lets you easily record your meal plans and make your grocery list at the same time.
Inside the journal, there are 52 weeks worth of personal meal planning pages. They're not pre-dated so if you don't plan your meals every single week, that's ok! There's space to plan your breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, and treats for every day of the week.
There's also some handy info at the front, like this Grains & Legumes cooking cheat sheet. I personally always forget how long I cook my quinoa, and now I can just check my meal journal instead of looking it up online.
In the back, there are 7 pages for planning social gatherings – you can jot down your guest list, menu plans, wine/cocktails, and inspiration in this area.
So there you have it! This comes out next week on April 3rd, but CLICK HERE to go preorder it now!
Ahhh! So exciting I love meal planning! I can't wait to pre-order.
The Lemon's got me! I just per-ordered!
thanks Miriam!! Means SO much!
Oh my gosh this is BEAUTIFUL!! I am so glad this journal is in existence because I feel like this is something that everyone can use, but no one was really filling the need for it before. Pre-ordering now!!
so happy to hear that, thank you, I hope you enjoy it!!
I just pre-ordered mine as well. Yeah!
How have I lived without something like this?? The layout is perfect.
An idea though: not all of us meal prep for Monday –> Sunday. Having no set dates is great but having no set days would have been even better. I meal prep for Wednesday –> Tuesday these days because that's what goes best with my schedule but it does vary according to what's going on.
I'll keep my eyes open in case a "blanker" version comes out.
I saw this on your Instagram in my feed. I immediately thought I need one of these. I don't really meal plan as it don't really work with my schedule traveling for work regularly. But for the time I'm at home and weekends I always forget what I'm shopping for as well need something to write in to remember food ideas or what I planned to cook etc. This will be great to have and maybe get my sister one who somewhat meal plan a bit. I can see taking this to the grocery store and it'll look great too in my shopping cart.
Can I order this one?
So cute! Why you didn't launch it before Easter :-)?
What a great resource, Jeanine! Thank you for all the thought you've put into this. It's an organized yet simple and flexible formula. This will be top of my list to share with clients, as I'm often discussing the benefits of meal planning and prep as a tool for not only eating better but cooking more as well!
Such a great idea! LOVE the look!
By the way, I've noticed this on other food related blogs as well.
Any idea why all fellow food bloggers use tiny fonts instead of larger ones?
Hi Codrut, thank you! Can you let me know which font specifically you're having trouble reading?
Mine just arrived in the mail!! So excited to use this gorgeous planner. Will share on my social media and tag you when I do..
thanks as always for your great ideas!!
This is so cute and perfect for keeping everything on track.


Political/civic background: I have led or assisted a variety of political campaigns (e.g., mayoral, legislative, aldermanic), with duties that covered coordinating activities of more than 500 volunteers, door-to-door canvassing, get out the vote and registration drives, fundraising, and other outreach activities. I also served as director of field operations and precinct captain for the 17th Ward Democratic Organization, during which time we established several new block clubs, shut three drug houses and provided a range of services to over 33,000 residents in 64 precincts.
Education: I earned at Loyola University an MA in Urban Government, as well as completed the School of Business Administration Executive Education Program. Through the City of Chicago, I earned a Chicago Intergovernmental Executive Development Program Certificate of Completion from Harold Washington College. From Western Illinois University I received my Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Operations Management.
A: Currently, I am not in support of any restructuring that reduces benefits for retired or current workers. I may consider restructuring for new hires.
The pension issue is huge and complicated. I cannot in good conscience say I would not consider options that would be fair and at the same time help address the liabilities that threaten to burden the city for years to come. However, I am not convinced we have looked at this issue as creatively as possible. For example, we give a free pass to the state's government officials, some of whom draw multiple pensions. They should be required to live with whatever modifications they propose for first responders. Their willingness to forgo partial – or even entire – pensions could help make money available for underfunded plans.
Given the severe underfunding of pensions for public servants overall, theoretical advocacy for dedicated revenue streams has faced many obstacles in reality. We cannot continue relying on measures that place the burden of "reform" on the shoulders of those most negatively impacted by cutbacks and higher taxes. We need "big picture" thinking about how to do deal with shortfalls in a more comprehensive, long-term manner. One such approach would be City Hall's support of the South Suburban Airport, a huge economic engine that could help us get past "nickel & dime" fixes.
A: As mentioned above, I would first want to ensure we had looked at bigger picture ways to fund those systems. Most of the remedies suggested tend to impact most the municipal workers and taxpayers who can least afford it. We should also be looking at requiring funds from the financial institutions that have profited from questionable practices and ensuring corporations are current on their taxes.
A: See Q. 1. The city of Chicago should support construction of the South Suburban Airport. The FAA says that 10 airports the size of O'Hare are needed by 2020. If Chicago is to remain the transportation hub of the nation, then we must be able to capture the increase in air travel instead of diverting it to other hubs such as St. Louis, Denver, and Dallas-Ft. Worth. We have lost hundreds of jobs to Indianapolis and Cincinnati, because there wasn't room at O'Hare and Midway for companies to expand. The inaugural phase of the SSA will create 15,000 direct and indirect jobs at every skill level. Many of these jobs will have a direct economic impact on South Side communities. When people work, they spend money, which generates more revenue for the city.
We should be looking at such approaches that do not rely on either raising taxes or cutting services, just as the current city administration finds creative ways to fund a host of initiatives that benefit tourists and potential employers. This includes adding a $2 surcharge (per visit) to hotel guests. The administration is expecting tourism to increase to 55 million over the next year. This alone will bring in $110 million instead of overtaxing working families.
Again, see my comments above about less piece-meal approaches to addressing chronic, pervasive revenue shortfalls.
A: Yes. The City should not run a department reliant upon overtime or getting people from behind desks. We need an adequate number of police and effective allocation of resources so that no part of the city feels abandoned.
The 17th Ward incorporates areas of the Englewood neighborhood, which has one of the city's highest crime rates and violent deaths. "Adequate" coverage there should reasonably mean greater police presence than in an area with lesser or more property-related activity. "Shifting" resources should be less short-term, with more focus on allocating officers to problem areas they can become familiar with and establish rapport with the community. It is also important that newly hired officers are more representative of the communities they serve.
A: I would support assault weapons ban, 10-round limit on high-capacity gun magazines, reporting of lost and stolen weapons, and universal background checks.
A: Yes. An elected school board would be more responsive to the community and less open to patronage. I would work toward this with my legislative representatives, the Chicago Teachers Union, community organizations and others committed to that goal. My campaign collected close to 1,000 signatures to get the ESBR on the 17th Ward ballot for the February 24, 2015 election.
A: Before allowing any increases to the TIF surplus, I would want to see reforms, including more transparency and application only to blighted areas as intended. There is much development needed on the South and West Sides of Chicago. Any surplus should be used to revitalize and put our communities back to work, not for downtown and projects that should be privately funded.
A: As a former development manager, I am familiar with ways to market "distressed" communities to living wage employers, which the city has failed to do. I would also seek significant expansion of job training programs. This would include ones that place workers in transitional, subsidized jobs that combine work experience with an array of support services.
As noted earlier, no amount of piece-meal efforts could offer greater long-term potential than the South Suburban Airport, especially for areas the city has virtually ignored when it comes to economic development. It could play a huge role in training and re-training residents for the thousands of living-wage jobs associated with building, staffing and servicing the airport, in conjunction with local universities and apprentice programs. Chicago's last two mayors have unconscionably worked to sabotage the airport. One of my priorities would be to seek the support of the city council, state legislators, organized labor, community activists, my constituents, and others in garnering the city administration's active support for the airport.
Additionally, adjoining wards and aldermen must collectively do a Master Development Plan for our entire community and combine all resources to improve our communities. I will be supporting Hillary Clinton in the upcoming Presidential election. In 2008, she had a detailed urban agenda. I will be in the mix to ensure she has one that will bring more federal dollars to areas with double digit unemployment and excessive crime.
A: As it stands, each alderman serves about 50,000 residents. In some wards, people rarely see their aldermen. In others, there is a lot of day-to-day work dealing with crime, facilitating social services, advocacy for local schools, or educating people about their rights. Residents in the latter wards would not benefit, if their alderman had to serve 5,000 – 10,000 more people. The 17th Ward requires a full-time alderman who can give as much time as possible to individual concerns. I could not recommend reducing the council, unless provisions were made not to increase the size of underserved wards.
A: No. I oppose land-based casinos in Chicago. Wages of the jobs created do not outweigh the potential of corruption or negative impact on individuals and families. Studies show that for each $1 in revenue the city would get, it would pay out $3 for associated administrative and social-service costs.
A: No. The acceptable number would be "zero." I recently pledged, if elected, to work toward eliminating this ineffective system.
· An aldermanic office accessible, responsive, transparent, and accountable to constituents, with multiple communication platforms to provide residents information about programs and services that benefit them.
· A self-sufficient economy based on locally owned businesses, with support as needed from appropriate government and private resources that will create jobs for our youth and families.
· Equal opportunity for all young people to attend a quality public school and have extensive programs and services to keep them positively engaged.


I have been working on stuff.
With much urging I have taken up the challenge of taking a depreciated code and modernizing it. I have found a free host that it works on and have been spending the past month or so putting it together. It is just about ready for you to bring your interactions to life in real time.
Multiple rooms will allow you to move freely through scenes and 'travel' to the near or far reaches of The Tapestry.
Express your character through avatar and signatures, just like the forum.
If recognition is your thing, there will be plenty of badges and a more dynamic ranking system.
Earn currency, and spend it too!
Enjoy a more detailed profile structure, to fill out as little or as much as you like!
And more, as suggestions will determine.
Don't fret, the forum will remain active. It is necessary to the life of an rp community, I believe, as it gives us a place to share news and to reach out across time zones much more effectively. Not all rps need the active real time treatment, and I can respect that.