This post is part of the Evite Influencer Program. #Evite #PartyontheFly #LifesbetterTogether #BeThere #Ad #PaidPost Party concept is my own, opinions are all my own and as always, honest.
I love hosting a Christmas party and almost every year I host a themed Christmas open house. This year I didn't seem to get it together to host one so I was just going to skip it. Then Evite® sent me a message and challenged me to throw a party on the fly for $100. Ha! No problem. The bigger challenge was, would any of my friends be free to come over. December is such a busy time of year for everyone. I sent out this fun Santa Evite® and sure enough most of my friends couldn't come. They were out of town, had kids birthday parties to go too or had to help their kids sell trees for their local club. Luckily, 3 of my friends were available. Woo Hoo!!
The theme of this party was a twist off of the Naked Lady Party. What's a Naked Lady Party? Yeah, my friends asked me that too. It's where friends bring over clothes, bags, shoes etc they no longer want to wear but are still in good condition. All the items are placed on a table or on racks and the guests go through the items and take home new to them items that they like.
Instead of everyday clothes to swap like at a Naked Lady Party, friends were told to bring holiday clothes, socks, jewelry etc. My friends loved the idea and I know all my friends who couldn't make it are going to be bummed they couldn't come.
Keeping with the invitations Santa breakfast theme I held this party at the brunching hour, 11:30 a.m. and served up a crustless mushroom spinach quiche, baby croissants, turkey bacon and cranberry juice and egg nog. I love brunch parties because everyone loves breakfast foods and guests still have most of the day to get errands, housework etc done. Plus serving brunch keeps cost down. Breakfast foods are less expensive then lunch or dinner. I spent $30 on food, including candy.
Friends placed their clothes, socks and jewelry on the table when they arrived so everyone could see what was available before the trading began. T-shirts, PJ bottoms and more were up for exchange. Keep the table decor simple because it will be full of clothes. Just bring out holiday items you already own. This saves you money.
Holiday photo prop head bands were very popular as was jewelry.
Holiday socks were a big hit too. Everyone went home with new to them socks because they were the most item brought.
Going through all the clothes that were brought and trying them on calls for snacks. Luckily Santa brought some. Store bought holiday candy is cheap. Again, saving you money.
We were having so much fun going through all the clothes we almost forgot to take some photos. Here's a party tip that will save you money and is so easy to do. For a photo backdrop I like to use wrapping paper. Yes, wrapping paper. It's inexpensive, easy to put up and can match any party theme. If I didn't tell you you'd probably never know that was wrapping paper we were standing in front of. I spent $3 for a roll that I used for the backdrop and on the table.
In case guests forget to take photos at the party it's easy to share them now with the new Evite® Private Sharing Feed. It's your own personal photo album of the party. Your guests can like and comment on the photo's you upload. You could even share some teasers before the party to get guests excited to come.
After the party it's super easy to send out a Thank You to your guests along with a few photos of the party. All the guests emails are already in your Evite® and you can even personalize each guests thank you.
This is such a cool and super creative party!! I love the way you set up your swap table with the jewelry, socks and props. Who wouldn't love to go to a party like this AND On the Fly!
What a great idea! Holiday wear is hardly worn at all - but we always love to get "new" and fun sparkly festive attire. This a a great way to share!
Thank you Stacey! Exactly. You only wear it once a year and only a few times and it's nice to have something new because people start to see the same holiday clothes on you year after year. I think this party may be make an appearance next year too.
Hee hee! Thank you ! I thought it was a fun idea and my friends were pretty excited about it.
What a fun idea for a party and on anawesoem budget!
Thank you! It was super fun. The jewelry was such a hit though I might need to stock up on holiday jewelry when the sales hit for next year! I love being able to throw a great party on a budget.
Great idea for giving back, and what a fun setup!


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Q: "Package 'linux-headers-3.13.0-27-generic' has no installation candidate" I'm trying to resolve an issue that I posted here. I'm basically trying to successfully run this script. To do that, I believe (and I its very possible that I'm wrong) I need to install the linux-headers-3.13.0-27-generic package. But the installation command is always failing
mg@MG-7520SE:~$ sudo apt-get install linux-headers-3.13.0-27-generic
Reading package lists... Done
Building dependency tree
Reading state information... Done
Package linux-headers-3.13.0-27-generic is not available, but is referred to by another package.
This may mean that the package is missing, has been obsoleted, or
is only available from another source

E: Package 'linux-headers-3.13.0-27-generic' has no installation candidate

Searching using apt-cache search doesn't return a valid result because none of the returned results match the version I need, which is 3.13.0-27
apt-cache search linux-headers
linux-headers-3.16.0-23 - Header files related to Linux kernel version 3.16.0
linux-headers-3.16.0-23-generic - Linux kernel headers for version 3.16.0 on 64 bit x86 SMP
linux-headers-3.16.0-23-lowlatency - Linux kernel headers for version 3.16.0 on 64 bit x86 SMP
linux-headers-generic - Generic Linux kernel headers
linux-headers-lowlatency - lowlatency Linux kernel headers
linux-headers-virtual - Transitional package.
linux-libc-dev - Linux Kernel Headers for development
linux-libc-dev-arm64-cross - Linux Kernel Headers for development (for cross-compiling)
linux-libc-dev-armel-cross - Linux Kernel Headers for development (for cross-compiling)
linux-libc-dev-armhf-cross - Linux Kernel Headers for development (for cross-compiling)
linux-libc-dev-powerpc-cross - Linux Kernel Headers for development (for cross-compiling)
linux-libc-dev-ppc64el-cross - Linux Kernel Headers for development (for cross-compiling)
linux-source-3.16.0 - Linux kernel source for version 3.16.0 with Ubuntu patches
linux-virtual - Minimal Generic Linux kernel and headers
linux-headers-3.4.0-4-goldfish - Linux kernel headers for version 3.4.0 on Android touch emulation
linux-headers-goldfish - Linux kernel headers for the goldfish kernel.
linux-headers-3.16.0-24 - Header files related to Linux kernel version 3.16.0
linux-headers-3.16.0-24-generic - Linux kernel headers for version 3.16.0 on 64 bit x86 SMP
linux-headers-3.16.0-24-lowlatency - Linux kernel headers for version 3.16.0 on 64 bit x86 SMP
linux-headers-3.16.0-25 - Header files related to Linux kernel version 3.16.0
linux-headers-3.16.0-25-generic - Linux kernel headers for version 3.16.0 on 64 bit x86 SMP
linux-headers-3.16.0-25-lowlatency - Linux kernel headers for version 3.16.0 on 64 bit x86 SMP

My system information
mg@MG-7520SE:~$ uname -a
Linux MG-7520SE 3.13.0-27-generic #50-Ubuntu SMP Thu May 15 18:06:16 UTC 2014 x86_64 x86_64 x86_64 GNU/Linux
mg@MG-7520SE:~$ lsb_release -a
No LSB modules are available.
Distributor ID: Ubuntu
Description:    Ubuntu 14.10
Release:    14.10
Codename:   utopic

A: Well, from the apt-cache search linux-headers the cause should be obvious:
Simply stated, the package isn't available in Ubuntu 14.10. You should instead install linux-headers-3.16.0-24, linux-headers-3.16.0-25 or save yourself from all problems and use linux-headers-generic which is a meta-package that depends on the latest available kernels (going by your other question in Ask Ubuntu, you seem to be using 14.10 with the kernel of 14.04, which is a big no-no, install also the linux-image-generic package, or better yet, linux-generic which assures you to have the latest available kernel-header pair
, and restart the system).

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Tori Spelling Is Done With Husband Dean McDermott & Feeling Better About Herself
Tori Spelling is reportedly 'done' with her marriage to Dean McDermott and looking forward to a happier, single life on her own.
Is Tori Spelling, 48, truly ready to move on from Dean McDermott, 54? That's the tea according to a source close to the couple who EXCLUSIVELY revealed to HollywoodLife that the Beverly Hills, 90210 star and her husband of 15 years were "done" after rumors of their split continue to swirl. "Tori and Dean are done," the source shared. "Dean has realized that he is happier being a single dad than in a marriage he's unhappy in. No matter what, right now, they just can't seem to get along."
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MONNAIES EURO / Monnaies 3 euro
Autriche - 3 Euro, Deinonychus, 2021
Valeur faciale: 3 Euro
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Métal: Copper-Nickel
Tirage: 65.000
Deinonychus is a genus of dromaeosaurid theropod dinosaur with one described species, Deinonychus antirrhopus. This species, which could grow up to 3.4 meters (11 ft) long, lived during the early Cretaceous Period, about 115–108 million years ago (from the mid-Aptian to early Albian stages). The seventh supersaur in the superlative series may only have been three and a half meters in length, but it was one of the most dangerous and intelligent dinosaurs to have ever walked the earth.
Autriche - 3 Euro, Therizinosaurus, 2021
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Manchester és una població dels Estats Units a l'estat de Kentucky. Segons el cens del 2000 tenia una població de 1.738 habitants.

Demografia
Segons el cens del 2000, Manchester tenia 1.738 habitants, 778 habitatges, i 455 famílies. La densitat de població era de 444,4 habitants/km².

Dels 778 habitatges en un 27,2% hi vivien nens de menys de 18 anys, en un 38% hi vivien parelles casades, en un 17,5% dones solteres, i en un 41,4% no eren unitats familiars. En el 39,5% dels habitatges hi vivien persones soles el 19% de les quals corresponia a persones de 65 anys o més que vivien soles. El nombre mitjà de persones vivint en cada habitatge era de 2,16 i el nombre mitjà de persones que vivien en cada família era de 2,89.

Per edats la població es repartia de la següent manera: un 22,6% tenia menys de 18 anys, un 8,9% entre 18 i 24, un 28,1% entre 25 i 44, un 22,3% de 45 a 60 i un 18,1% 65 anys o més.

L'edat mediana era de 38 anys. Per cada 100 dones de 18 o més anys hi havia 73,8 homes.

La renda mediana per habitatge era de 15.923 $ i la renda mediana per família de 25.625 $. Els homes tenien una renda mediana de 23.235 $ mentre que les dones 17.361 $. La renda per capita de la població era de 13.751 $. Entorn del 27% de les famílies i el 31,6% de la població estaven per davall del llindar de pobresa.

Poblacions més properes
El següent diagrama mostra les poblacions més properes.

Referències

Entitats de població de Kentucky

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It is with great sadness the family announces Marion's passing on November 6, 2018. She died peacefully at St. Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon after fighting diabetes, related effects and other health complications. She is survived by her children, Cheryl; Tony of Calgary and sons, Daniel of Vancouver and Thomas of Calgary; Teresa and son, Ryan; and Gary (Anna) and daughters, Isabella and Kira of Edmonton and sister-in-law Gretta of Milwaukee and several nieces and nephews.
Marion was predeceased by her parents Tony and Adele, husband of 48 years Ed, siblings Fred (Ilene), Edmund, Doreen and Bob, her sisters in law Evelyn, Sylvia and Agnes.
Marion was born in Rosetown on March 27, 1931. Marion's family relocated to Saskatoon when she was a small child. She obtained a pharmacy degree at the University of Saskatchewan in 1953. Marion and Ed met during university. They married in 1955 and had 48 loving years together until his passing in 2003. They were each other's best friend.
Marion would have turned 88 next March. Despite her health decline she continued to live in the family home in Saskatoon until her admission to hospital. That meant the world to her. Even with the challenges she faced during her time in the hospital she was always polite and respectful to the staff. She was good natured until the end.
Marion was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mom, mother-in-law, grandma, aunt and friend. She was very generous, kind and strong. She was highly excitable with a tremendous sense of humor. She was a world-class chef in preparing traditional Lebanese foods, a great hostess and partier, even though she hardly drank at all. She also was, for awhile in the 1970s, a regular, albeit discreet, cigar smoker (the secret is finally out). She was so entertaining and everyone loved being around her. She exuded warmth. She will be missed immensely by all her family.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff on the 7th Floor of St. Paul's Hospital for making her time in the hospital as comfortable as possible.
A memorial reception will be held at the Edwards Family Center, 333 4th Avenue North, at 1:00 pm on November 16, 2018. Private interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations to Diabetes Canada, 1400-522 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2R5.


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Q: Representation theory& module $V$ is a left $R$ module, how do you understand the ring homomorphism
$$\rho_{V}:R \to End_Z(V)$$
I know that it is like a group acting on sets, but it is very easy to understand like a group $S_n$ act on set $X$ for permutation, so how can you understand $End_Z(V)$ under this scenario ?
And also since this  has something to do with representation theory, so (if I understand correctly), $End_Z(V)$ can be think as all linear transformation, so  what about the element of $R$ here ? Seems that I haven't build a bridge between rings and its effects on modules so far...


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By Henry Makow
Dec 7 - NC Power Sabotage Opens Civil War?
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 9:58
Free-speech-fake Elon Musk continues to ban Henry Makow 41 Days after taking over Twitter. Q. Why? A. B'nai B'rith/Adverti$ing. Nonetheless Musk's Twitter is a BIG improvement. E. Michael Jones is back!
Please send links and comments to hmakow@gmail.com
Militia-type attack on power substations in North Carolina, knocks out electricity for 100,000 – the attack shut down an LGBT drag queen show
US gov Homeland Security had warned about such attacks a few days earlier … people ask if this is:
- lone-wolf military veteran 'Christian radicals' starting a new phase of USA civil conflict, or false-flag government operations
LGBT drag shows inviting children, or pushed onto children in elementary schools, are dividing and radicalizing Americans in a major way
- one side believes this is core human and LGBT rights
- another side believes this is a crime against children
Re North Carolina – 'Emily Grace Rainey, a former U.S. Army psychological operations officer and conservative activist who has been vocally protesting drag shows, wrote on Facebook shortly after the electricity failed: "The power is out in Moore County and I know why."
She then posted a photograph of the Sunrise Theater in Southern Pines, where a drag show was scheduled for Saturday, and said: "God will not be mocked."'
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/emily-rainey-photo-with-sheriff-amid-north-carolina-outage-raises-questions/ar-AA14XzHW
US military vets know that the way to defeat an advanced urban society is destroying the electrical power grid, as US-Nato did in Iraq, in Serbia, in Libya, and now as Russia is doing in Ukraine … shutting down electricity and thus also water-pumping
This creates humanitarian disaster but because it is militarily significant; it is 'legal' under standard law of war
https://i.postimg.cc/SsPcCBc2/power-station-targeting-not-war-crime.jpg
Alleged US gov insiders have said that the USA knows it cannot win a civil war, as lone wolf military vets would shut down the power grid, disabling government logistics, society collapsing into hunger and chaos within weeks, the government would not 'win'
Soon to replace Jesus Christ
Just as both PSYOP-19 and PSYOP-UKRAINE-INVASION are completely waning in the public's mass induced fear and outrage brainwashing, the CIA-run TIME rag comes out with their latest State propaganda:
https://www.2ndsmartestguyintheworld.com/p/just-in-total-reality-inversion-psyop
Bro Nathaniel – Jordan Peterstein's Israel Schtick
Sucking up to Jews is good for Peterstein's book sales, world-wide fame, and for Bennie Shapiro's ongoing onslaught of 'conservatism' as a mask for his "Israel First" priorities.
https://www.realjewnews.com/?p=1561
Bro–"But in a land of Palestinians who've had their homes, villages, orchards, and groves for 2,000 years now stolen from them.
"Thou shalt not kill, "Thou shalt not steal," doesn't apply to Jews. Our watchful eyes see murders, robbery, poisonings of wells, atrocities of every shape and form, up to the very day and beyond that Peterstein does his Israel schtick."
Makow- I like Peterstein. He's doing a lot of good on the gender front. American conservatism depends on Zionist sufferance.
Bombshell Document Dump on Pfizer Vaccine Data
"Pfizer was fully aware that the mRNA vaccine which it is marketing Worldwide would result in a wave of mortality and morbidity. This is tantamount to a crime against humanity on the part of Big Pharma. Pfizer knew from the outset that it was a killer vaccine".
https://www.globalresearch.ca/bombshell-document-dump-pfizer-vaccine-data/5763397–
Morality police will no longer beat women for not wearing the Hijab, instead they will give 2 text message warnings and then freeze their bank accounts. This is what happens when a nation enslaves their citizens with Digital ID and CBDC. Social Behavioral Control.
https://www.reddit.com/r/conspiracy/comments/zew7u3/morality_police_will_no_longer_beat_women_for_not/
Canada: Bill 36 in BC proposes jail time for healthcare workers who make statements about covid shots that contradict the government narrative. Canada is officially turning into Northern Cuba. Cuba is a prison without walls.
https://www.reddit.com/r/conspiracy/comments/zevz4i/canada_bill_36_in_bc_proposes_jail_time_for/
Mark Trozzi MD
Here is Dr Shoemaker's heartfelt and accurate message and prescription to Canadians and the world. This is from the December 4th, 2022 Mother´s March in Toronto. Please also share this concise 6 minute message, as well as the good doctors short simple prescription for Canada and the World.
https://drtrozzi.org/2022/12/06/dr-shoemakers-important-message-and-prescription/
Vaccine Passport, Digital Identity, Social Credit System, Digital Currency (CBDC): An Invisible Prison Has Been Built Just for You
by Joseph Mercola MD
globalresearch.ca/invisible-prison-has-been-built-just-you/5801314
Aussie Senator Gerard Rennick tells it like it is. Viral! 11 min
https://rumble.com/v1ytqx6-australian-senator-gerard-rennicks-amazing-vax-rant-leaves-opposition-parti.html
Sen. Gerald Rennick rubs their noses in it. Shame on you!
"Vaccine" reproduces the virus.
Italy's Politicized Constitutional Court Upholds Covid Vaccine Mandate as Fines Kick In (Video)
https://rairfoundation.com/italys-politicized-constitutional-court-upholds-covid-vaccine-mandate-as-fines-kick-in-video/
Newest inductee into Cabalist (WEF) Cartel
B.C.'s Julia Levy is Canada's first trans woman Rhodes Scholar
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-bcs-julia-levy-is-canadas-first-trans-woman-rhodes-scholar/
Cabalist Jews lead the way to our dystopian future…Soon to be Canadian PM
They bribed everyone to pay the covid game
Billions in ineligible COVID-19 benefits at risk of going uncollected due to Ottawa's 'lack of rigour': Auditor-General report warns
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-covid-benefits-auditor-general-report/
The Auditor-General found $4.6-billion in overpayments to ineligible recipients as well as an additional $27.4-billion that should be investigated further. The report also says the $27.4-billion "is the minimum amount that should be investigated."
-https://www.informedchoiceaustralia.com/post/will-swiss-court-action-over-vaccine-injuries-turn-the-worldwide-tide
CRIMINAL charges have been filed against the Swiss drugs authority on behalf of six people allegedly injured by the Covid vaccination. A team of lawyers and scientists have compiled a comprehensive evidence report and have made publicly available around 1,200 items of evidence, arguing that Swissmedic has created a risk to public health which significantly exceeds that of SARS-CoV-2.
https://www.informedchoiceaustralia.com/post/will-swiss-court-action-over-vaccine-injuries-turn-the-worldwide-tide
Alex Jones reports some 10 govs are now questioning the vaxxes, with many stating genocide. This may be the watershed. He said the lies are coming down. Let's pray so.
https://www.infowars.com/posts/victory-governments-worldwide-discover-covid-shot-is-weapon-of-mass-genocide/
During his Sunday broadcast, Alex Jones covered the massive awakening taking place across the globe as governments and doctors begin to realize and admit the Covid jabs are dangerous bioweapons.
"You have the government boards, you have the most prestigious universities assigned to research it saying the shots don't work, they erase your immune system and they give you blood clots and infertility," Jones said. "And the top Japanese doctor that runs the science department at one of their major universities in a government board meeting says as they nod their heads that this is depopulation and they're going into the next phase of the diagnosis and it gets worse after the blood clots for those that even live."
Jewish Hollywood
Former '30s Child Star Cora Sue Collins Reveals Why She Abruptly Left Hollywood: 'Single Best Decision'
Regarding her decision to leave Hollywood, Collins said: "It was the single best decision of my life. It's a rotten business. It was then, it is now. And it's not going to change."
https://resistthemainstream.com/former-30s-child-star-reveals-why-she-abruptly-left-hollywood-single-best-decision/
'Easier to let go': Terminally ill woman in Canadian euthanasia commercial that 'glorified suicide' previously said she wanted to live but couldn't afford care to improve her quality of life
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11508581/Woman-featured-commercial-euthanasia-Canada-wanted-live-access-care.html
Masonic University of Western Ontario Scrubs vax mandate after two students die
Western University scrubs comments informing of 2 sudden deaths of students
https://www.bitchute.com/video/AgoFBog1r6vG/
No cure for stupid
https://www.naturalnews.com/2022-12-05-french-turning-in-guns-by-the-thousands.html
They never learn: French citizens turning in guns by the thousands as government demands disarmament of the people
Top FBI Official Steps Down as Republicans Prepare to Probe Into Bureau
https://www.theepochtimes.com/top-fbi-official-steps-down-as-republicans-prepare-to-probe-into-bureau_4906713.html?src_src=News&src_cmp=breaking-2022-12-06-3&est=GG7SpqLB0rA6ts%2FpVdZDuiZZxfoB%2BHnW097NYmaMN6MoClDy61xdG7btZyA%3D
It's not a waste if you got a big kickback.
Canada set to waste $1 billion worth of COVID-19 vaccines
Auditor General Karen Hogan said there were steps the government could and should have taken to avoid some of this wastage
https://nationalpost.com/news/politics/canada-set-to-waste-1-billion-worth-of-covid-19-vaccines
And this doesn't include the vaxxed
America, be very afraid: astonishingly, Canada is now euthanizing 10,000 of its citizens a year – and some of the horrific stories of its ultra-permissive policy will horrify you… Special report by TOM LEONARD
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11507875/America-afraid-Canada-euthanizing-10-000-citizens-year-TOM-LEONARD.html
Source: https://henrymakow.com/2022/12/Power-Grid-Sabotage.html


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Xiaomi Mi Max 2 Review
By rajtechnews • On July 22, 2017 • In REVIEWS	REVIEWS Comments Off on Xiaomi Mi Max 2 Review
Xiaomi's Mi Max 2 is the company's fourth smartphone launched in India this year after the Redmi Note 4, Redmi 4A, and Redmi 4. Much like its predecessor, the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 bets big on a large display, and a massive battery.
At the Mi Max 2 launch event earlier this week, Xiaomi claimed that it has grown massively in terms of revenue in India compared to same period last year. We can safely assume that these figures more or less reflect the popularity of the low-cost Redmi series. There's no doubt that the Chinese company has seen positive response to its recent Redmi series launches, but at the same time there hasn't been any buzz around the higher-end Mi series in India. In fact, the company is yet to decide whether the Mi 6 flagship will even launch here. The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 is the first premium model that this company has launched in over a year, following the Mi Max in June 2016.
The original Mi Max stood out in the category of phones with screens larger than 6 inches, and now we have a few other choices including the Lenovo Phab 2 Plus (Review), at the same price level. Apart from its huge display and big battery, the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 offers decent set of specifications. The big question is whether a phone like this is right for you. Let's find out.
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 design
There have been some significant design changes in the Mi Max 2 compared to the original Mi Max (Review), despite the fact that their screens are the same size. The all-metal body of the Mi Max 2 is more appealing and now features rounded edges that make it easier to hold. The 2.5D glass across the front gives it a more premium look, although the metal back is somewhat slippery. The antenna bands are more discreet, blending in with the colour of the back.
The Mi Max 2 is big for any kind of pocket, and we had some trouble carrying it around. We have used many 5.5-inch phones, and it was still hard to adjust to the Mi Max 2. During our time with this device, we found that it easily attracted people's attention just because of its sheer size. Apart from its size, weight is sometimes an issue. At 7.6mm thick, the Mi Max 2 is sleek enough and offers good grip but 211g is a lot for a phone. This is something that might (or might not) bother you.
In our experience, it was uncomfortable to use this phone while walking or trying to juggle other work. We had to be extra cautious while holding it with just one hand during our review period. Typing with just one hand is a tough task, and we advise users not to try unless they are very sure of their grip.
The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 has backlit capacitive buttons at the front placed just below the display. There's a front-facing camera and sensors above it, accompanied by the earpiece which also doubles up as a loudspeaker. The power and volume buttons are on the right, while the hybrid dual-SIM tray is on the left. The USB Type-C port is on the bottom between two grilles, but we noticed that only one was an actual speaker while the other was just a design element.
The phone has an Infrared emitter on the top panel, accompanied by the 3.5mm audio socket. We found that we could reach the fingerprint scanner on the back while holding the phone with just one hand, but we have to point out that people with smaller hands might have trouble with this.
In terms of construction quality, the Mi Max 2 looks solid. Fortunately, the back panel is not a fingerprint magnet, which means you won't need to worry about wiping the phone from time to time. The Mi Max 2 has slimmer screen borders than the original Mi Max, and this means less distraction when watching videos.
Xiaomi has launched the Mi Max 2 only in black, and it looks stunning, but we can expect more colour options to be released over time. Inside the retail box, you get standard set of documentats, a SIM ejector tool, a USB Type-C cable, and a charger, apart from the phone itself. Xiaomi doesn't ship earphones with any of its phones.
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 specifications and software
The massive 6.44-inch display has a resolution of 1080×1920 pixels, which means a density of 342ppi. It also boasts of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for protection. Xiaomi is marketing the display as one of the best features of the Mi Max 2, but there's also a big 5300mAh battery to talk about. At the India launch event, Xiaomi even bragged that the Mi Max 2's battery can last for up to 31 days with the phone in standby, which is similar to what HMD Global has claimed for the reboot of the legendary feature phone Nokia 3310 (Review)
Under the hood, the Mi Max 2 is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, which has been a popular SoC for phones in this price segment. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (Review), Moto G5 Plus (Review), and Lenovo P2 (Review) are some of the models we've tested that are powered by the same SoC. Unlike most Redmi smartphones, only one variant of the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 has been launched, and it features 4GB of RAM and 64GB storage.
The phone has a hybrid dual-SIM slot which might disappoint users who want to take advantage of the big screen with lots of movies and TV shows stored on a microSD card. Users have to sacrifice either a second SIM or a microSD card. The Mi Max 2 supports microSD cards of up to 128GB. If you create a Mi account, you'll get 5GB of cloud storage space. The phone sports a 12-megapixel rear camera with a Sony IMX386 sensor, f/2.2 aperture, and two-tone flash. There's also a 5-megapixel front camera with an f/2.0 aperture.
The Mi Max 2 runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, with Xiaomi's MIUI 8.5 skin on top. This makes it the only phone in the company's portfolio to currently run a stable MIUI ROM based on Nougat. Despite running a modern version of Android, we were slightly disappointed to see some features missing from the Mi Max 2.
We could not double-tap the Overview button to switch between the two most recent apps, and there were no changes to the Settings app or Quick Settings toggles. There was no split-screen multitasking which is a huge waste of the big screen. At launch, the company promised that this feature will be rolling out to the Mi Max 2 with an update very soon, and that it is already in beta. We did try a beta version of MIUI, and it worked flawlessly. In fact, split-screen multitasking was one of our favourite features of the Mi Max 2. We were able to run two apps simultaneously without any issues. The Chinese company is working on Nougat updates for models that are already in the market so we hope that the Mi Max 2 will also receive the full set of features.
MIUI's Quick Ball feature was also very useful as it allowed us to easily access shortcuts from any screen. The Mi Max 2 also has a special UI theme that offers access up to 25 apps or functions directly from the lock screen. You can download the special Mi Max 2 theme from the Themes app that comes preloaded on the phone. The One-Handed Mode came to our rescue a few times. This shrinks the display area to 4-inch, 4.5-inch, or 3.5-inch sizes for easy accessibility. All you have to to to enable this mode is swipe left or right across the capacitive buttons. There are also a few other software features – Reading Mode reduces the display's glare, Second Space lets users differentiate their personal and official accounts, and Dual Apps creates two instances of any app on the same device. The scrolling screenshot feature is also available.
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 performance
It was no surprise that the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 performed just as well as the Redmi Note 4, thanks to their similar specifications. We used the new Mi Max 2 for a week, and it handled multitasking with ease. Jumping from one app to another was as smooth as it could be. 4GB of RAM is sufficient for most tasks, and we found that there was up to 1.8GB free at any given point. The phone supports 4G with VoLTE, and call quality was decent. The main problem with taking calls was the size of this phone, because it covers most of the user's face, and it becomes tedious to hold over the duration of a long call.
The display is crisp and reproduces colours well. It has decent viewing angles and sunlight legibility. Images and text looked sharp despite the low pixel density. In our opinion, the Mi Max 2 has the best screen in Xiaomi's current India portfolio, considering that the Mi 5 is now over a year old. Graphics-heavy games like Asphalt 8 and Marvel: Contest of Champions ran smoothly. Despite long gaming sessions, we found that the Mi Max 2 didn't get too warm compared to the Redmi Note 4 and Moto G5 Plus.
In our Mi Max review, we had pointed out that stereo speakers would have been great, and it looks like the company has indeed acknowledged that complaint with its successor. The Mi Max 2 uses two speakers to offer stereo sound when used in landscape mode, and it produced some of the loudest sound we've ever heard coming out of a smartphone. There was noticeable distortion at high volume levels, but the Mi Max 2 still outperforms most phones. Audio quality is good through headphones as well.
We noticed that benchmark results were slightly higher than what we have seen from other Snapdragon 625 phones. The Mi Max 2 scored 68,067 in AnTuTu; 29,555 in Quadrant; 9,211 in 3DMark Ice Storm Extreme; and 27fps in GFXBench. The phone handled 1080p video files as well as FLAC audio files with ease. We had a good time watching TV shows and videos on the Mi Max 2 thanks to the large 6.44-inch screen. In terms of performance, the Mi Max 2 excels compared to phones in its price segment.
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 camera performance
The 12-megapixel rear camera uses a Sony IMX386 sensor with 1.25-micron pixels, and has an f/2.2 aperture. It does well enough in daytime but did not impress us in low light. Our sample photos showed very good colour rendition and sharpness under the right lighting conditions. Moreover, PDAF worked well in daylight too. However, in low light situations, the camera was more hit-or-miss. Autofocus was less accurate, colours seemed off, noise was quite apparent, and there was a major loss of detail. The HDR mode does well to improve dynamic range though you won't need it all the time.
The Mi Max 2 can record videos at 1080p and 4K quality which is a great feature. Video quality in general was good. The phone also supports time-lapse and slow-motion video modes. The default camera app is identical to the one we saw on the Redmi Note 4, and there are modes and filters that are accessible with one tap. The 5-megapixel front-facing camera takes good selfies, but again the quality fell below average in low light.
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 battery life
The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 has a large, non-removable 5300mAh battery which the company claims can deliver up to two days of life. In real-world usage, the phone doesn't disappoint with its battery performance as it easily lasted up to two entire days on a single charge, even with heavy usage.
We used the Mi Max 2 for roughly a week, and found that battery performance was good throughout this period. In our standard video loop test, the Mi Max 2 lasted for 23 hours and 30 minutes which is way more than what its predecessor achieved.
The Mi Max 2 also supports Qualcomm's Quick Charge 3.0 and parallel charging, which are both useful considering the battery size. During our review, it went from zero to 100 percent in around 100 minutes which is impressive.
We like how Xiaomi has concentrated on things like display quality and battery life rather than other specifications with the Mi Max 2. Many would complain that Snapdragon 625 processor is now dated, but in our opinion, it's good enough for most tasks. Priced at Rs. 16,999, the Mi Max 2 offers a great package, and is targeted at users that like to watch videos, play games, and read books while on the go. The Mi Max 2 also looks better and is easier to handle than the original Mi Max. For many people, it could offer best features of a phone and a tablet in one device.
The overall design is impressive while performance smooth. Battery performance left us pleasantly surprised. On the other hand, the camera could have used improvement. There haven't been many good launches in the Rs. 15,000-20,000 price band of late, so we would recommend the Mi Max 2 to anyone looking for a great display and battery performance in a smartphone in this segment, if they don't mind its size.
Those looking for alternatives can go for the Lenovo Phab 2 Plus (Review), which offers a similar screen, or the Oppo F3 (Review), which is a decent package at its price. However, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (Review) and the Moto G5 Plus (Review) are more suitable for those who want a regular-sized phone.
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The Agathonos Monastery () is a Greek Orthodox male monastery in Phthiotis, Central Greece.

The monastery is located on the northern slopes of Mount Oeta, some 3 km west of the town of Ypati.

The monastery's katholikon dates to the 15th century, which is also when the monastery was probably founded, although it may have antecedents as early as 1271, when the ruler of Thessaly, John I Doukas, received horses in the locality.

The katholikon is of the Athonite variety of the cross-in-square church with two conchs, narthex, and exonarthex, with four attached chapels on each corner. The main church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the chapels to the Transfiguration (southeast), the Holy Apostles (northeast), Saint Charalambos (northwest), and Saint John (southwest). Its interior decoration dates to three clearly discernible phases: the 16th–17th centuries, the 18th century, and the 20th century. The monastery served as a refuge for Greek rebels during the early stages of the Greek War of Independence, and was burned down by the Ottoman Turks, with the katholikons roof and dome being rebuilt afterwards. The rest of the monastery buildings are of more recent construction, with the originals having been destroyed.

In 1959, the alleged tomb of St. Agathon was discovered in the south wall of the katholikon. The noted Greek Resistance member Germanos Dimakos was abbot (hegumenos) of the monastery until 1940.

Since 1985, the monastery also houses the Oiti Natural History Museum (Μουσείο Φυσικής Ιστορίας Οίτης), dedicated to the geology, climate, flora and fauna of Mount Oeta and its national park.

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Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece
Buildings and structures in Phthiotis
15th-century churches in Greece
Christian monasteries established in the 15th century
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Cieszyn (in slesiano Ćeszyn, in ceco Těšín, in tedesco Teschen) è una città della Polonia meridionale con  abitanti nel 1995, situata nel voivodato della Slesia e sede del distretto di Cieszyn. La città è appartenuta al voivodato di Bielsko-Biała dal 1975 al 1998.

Geografia fisica
Cieszyn sorge sul fiume Olza, affluente dell'Oder, e si trova sulla riva opposta di Český Těšín (). La città combina caratteristiche sia polacche che austriache nello stile delle architetture. A causa di gravi incendi e delle successive ricostruzioni (l'ultima delle quali risalente al XVIII secolo), la pittoresca Città Vecchia è talvolta chiamata "Piccola Vienna". L'ultimo resto dell'antico castello è una torre quadrata, risalente al X-XII secolo, con una cappella romanica.

Storia
Cieszyn fu la capitale del Ducato di Cieszyn, dal quale dipese quasi tutta la sua storia. Maria Teresa d'Austria e Federico II di Prussia firmarono proprio a Cieszyn il 13 maggio 1779 il Trattato di Teschen, che pose fine alla guerra di successione bavarese. Nella prima guerra mondiale fu sede del comando supremo dell'esercito austro-ungarico fino al novembre 1916, quando il nuovo Imperatore Carlo lo trasferì a Schloss Weilburg a Baden.

Nel 1919, a seguito della dissoluzione dell'Impero asburgico, venne ceduta al rinato Stato polacco. La città fu divisa nel 1920 dalla Conferenza degli Ambasciatori, un corpo formato dal Trattato di Versailles, che lasciò una considerevole minoranza polacca sul lato cecoslovacco della città. Il quartiere di Saska Kępa divenne quella che è ora la città di Český Těšín, in Repubblica Ceca.

Monumenti e luoghi d'interesse
 Cappella romanica di San Nicola (Kaplica św. Mikołaja) dell'XI secolo
 Resti del castello della dinastia Piast
 Torre del castello (Wieża piastowska) del XIV secolo
 Architettura gotica della Chiesa di Santa Maria Maddalena (Kościół Marii Magdaleny, XIII secolo)
 Piazza della Città Vecchia (Rynek)
 Abitazioni borghesi (XV-XIX secolo)
 Municipio (Ratusz), inizio del XIX secolo
 Antica zecca (XVIII secolo)
 Museo della Slesia, il primo museo della Polonia
 Birreria del Castello (Browar zamkowy, 1846)
 La chiesa protestante di Gesù Cristo (Kościół Jezusowy), con una torre barocca e le statue dei quattro evangelisti sopra l'altare.

Cultura

Dal XIX secolo la Slesia di Cieszyn è un centro importante del protestantesimo polacco. Attualmente, Cieszyn è anche la sede del Festival Estivo del Film, uno dei più influenti film festival della Polonia.

Economia

Industria
Cieszyn è un centro importante dell'industria elettromeccanica, ma vi sono anche fabbriche di dolci e di wafer. La principale fonte di guadagno della popolazione è il commercio con la vicina Repubblica Ceca.

Amministrazione

Gemellaggi

Galleria d'immagini

Altri progetti

Collegamenti esterni

 Museo di Cieszyn (Muzeum Śląska Cieszyńskiego)

Città divise


This is a guest post by Sara Williams who blogs at Debt Camel, covering everything from improving your credit rating before getting a mortgage to deciding if an IVA is right for you.
In one of the richest countries in the world, no one should be hungry at any time of year. But there is something almost obscene about parents worrying about how to feed their children at Christmas or people being alone with no food whilst the rest of the country over-indulges, eating a week's worth of calories in a couple of days.
If you would like to help your local food bank, join the UK Money Bloggers in collecting a Reverse Advent Calendar this year. It's a great way to show your children that Christmas is a time for giving, not just getting.
School holidays are often difficult for families on low incomes, having to feed their children who would have been getting free school meals. At Christmas the problem is worse, with the extra heating costs.
And this year thousands of people applying for Universal Credit for the first time will have to get through the six or more weeks waiting period at the start. Even if they can get an advance payment during this time, it will only be half of what they should have, forcing them to choose between food, heating, paying the rent and getting into debt.
Foodbanks do their best to fill this gap. December is their busiest month of the year, with 45% more referrals from CABs, Job Centres, GPS and Social Services during the two weeks before Christmas. More than 90% of the food Trussell Trust distributes comes from donations from the public.
With an Advent Calendar, you open a window each day from December 1st to Christmas Day and get a reward. It used to be a tiny picture or a chocolate for children, now adults can indulge themselves with everything from nail varnish to beer advent calenders.
You make a donation a day in a Reverse Advent Calendar. Get an empty box, then put one item for your local food bank into it every day. You could do this for 25 days to mirror the advent calendar – or perhaps for a whole month.
You can find your local Trussell Trust food bank on this map. There will be a local website with contact details – email address and telephone number – so you can check where to take your box to and when. Your local council or Citizens Advice may have details of other food banks in your area.
Read Trussell's Trust's What goes in a food bank parcel to see the sorts of things you can pick. It's mostly tinned or dried food as it has to all be long life. If you aren't sure, check the Use By date on the item, and make sure it's several months away.
Children may want to fill the box with mince pies, chocolates and snacks – the sort of special food they think of as being for Christmas. But food banks also need "the boring stuff" – cereals, tinned fruit and vegetables, rice etc.
If you look your local food bank's website there may be a list of things they most need. The one on the right is from my local one – it's not the national list.
If you want your donation to be used for Christmas, get it to your local food bank in early December. Christmas Eve is too late – especially as it's a Sunday this year! Getting donations early lets food banks sort the items and get them to where they are most needed.
Collecting through November and delivering the donations in the first week in December would be the best timing. If you want to collect during Advent itself, then your donations will be just as welcome in January.
If you do a reverse advent calendar box this year, why not put a photo of it on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to encourage your friends to do the same? Use the hashtag #FoodbankAdvent.
Solving poverty, low and erratic wages and benefits problems needs action from the government, but we can all do a small bit to make sure no-one goes hungry this Christmas, one box at a time.
Want some ideas of what to contribute? See what some of the UK Money Bloggers have been collecting so far.
Plus, there are a number of money bloggers sharing their #FoodbankAdvent ideas on their own blogs. You can check out their articles in the comments further down the page or in the thumbnails below.
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Love this. Have shared the Mirror article on Twitter and said to my family that we should all do it.
I enjoyed putting my reverse advent calendar together: such a small amount of time, effort and expenditure, but it can make such a difference to somebody's Christmas.
I'm really proud to be involved in this, it's a fantastic cause.
Brilliant idea – I hope a lot of people participate in your campaign. I hope you don't mind but I've included a link to your site in my latest blog on how a caterer can help the homeless and foodbanks: http://www.catering-online.co.uk.


Yesterday afternoon G. Scott Owen and myself gave presentations to the students and faculty at Shanghai Normal University. The talk was attended by a group of students as well as various Deans and Chairs of the univeristy such as Wan Qinghua and Lu Jianfei. We were inducted into the 2009 International Scholars Forum and presented with chops containing the Chinses characters for our names. Afterwards we went out with the faculty of the univerisy and publishers of Fantasy Art Magazine, Mr. Wang Wei and Ms. Ying Zhang for a wonderful dinner. Mr. Wang is an amazing artist in his own right and helps run an animation seminar for Chinese youth called the Asian Youth Animation and Comics Contest or AYACC.


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I accept several different payment types including cash, checks, money orders, and all major credit cards.
I represent clients in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and the surrounding metro counties of Anoka, Sherburne, Dakota, Scott, Washington, Carver, and Wright. I also represent clients in greater Minnesota in certain circumstances.
I handle all types of criminal cases including misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felonies.
Examples of specific criminal case types I handle include:
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There are three basic types/levels of criminal charges in Minnesota:
Petty Misdemeanor: A Petty Misdemeanor does not constitute a crime and carries a maximum fine of $300.00 and a jail sentence cannot be imposed.
Misdemeanor: A Misdemeanor is a crime where there is a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and/or a $1000.00 fine.
Gross Misdemeanor: A Gross Misdemeanor is a crime where there is a maximum jail sentence up to a year in jail and/or a maximum fine of $3,000.00.
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Arraignment/First Appearance: At the First Appearance the court will notify you of your criminal charges; your rights (e.g. the right to have appointed counsel if you qualify); and an opportunity to enter a plea (guilty; not guilty) or give you more time to enter a plea. You will also generally set a future date for a pretrial/omnibus hearing at this time.
Pretrial Hearing/Omnibus Hearings: Pretrial hearing/omnibus hearings serve several different purposes depending on the unique circumstances of the case. Some examples include: (1) A hearing to suppress evidence or a statement (so it cannot be used at trial) that was obtained illegally (generally in violation of the constitution). This is sometimes called a "Rasmussen Hearing" in Minnesota.; (2) A hearing to discuss the case with the prosecutor and examine possible resolutions (e.g. a plea agreement) etc.; (3) A hearing to determine whether probable cause exists to charge you with a crime . This is generally done is cases where someone is charged via a complaint. If the judge rules that probable cause doesn't exists, the case will be dismissed. This type of hearing is sometimes called a "Florence Hearing" in Minnesota.
Right to Trial by Judge (Court/Bench Trial) or Jury: If you are charged with a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony, you have the right to a court/bench trial (where the judge decides whether that the state has proven its case beyond a reasonable doubt) or by jury. The jury is made up of 6 peers if you are charged with a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor; and 12 peers if you are charged with a felony.
Rights at trial: There are several different rights that apply at a criminal trial. These rights include:(1) the right to remain silent or testify for yourself (if you decide to remain silent this fact cannot be used against you by the state); (2) the right to confront and cross-examine the prosecution's witnesses; (3) the right to compel (subpoena) witnesses to testify in your favor; (4) the presumption of innocence until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt; (5) the jury must return a unanimous verdict of either "guilty" or "not guilty", and if a unanimous verdict cannot be reached the judge may declare a "hung jury" and a new trial would take place.
Continuance for Dismissal/Continuance without Prosecution (CFD/CWOP): The state sets aside your case for a predetermined amount of time, and they dismiss the case after that period of time if you fulfill their conditions.
Stay of Adjudication: The defendant offers a guilty plea to the court, but the court does not accept it. There is then a probationary period set with certain conditions. If the terms of the probationary period are met, the case is dismissed at the end of that period.
Stay of Imposition: The defendant offers a guilty plea to the court which the court accepts, but does not impose the full sentence. There is a probationary period set with certain conditions, and at the end of the probationary period (if all conditions are fulfilled) the conviction may be reduced (e.g. from a felony to a misdemeanor) or it may be vacated and dismissed.
Stay of Execution of Sentence: The defendant offers a guilty plea which the court accepts. The defendant is then placed on probation, with certain (or all) terms of the sentence are stayed (not given). For example, someone who is sentence to 30 days in jail "stayed" would not have to go to jail if they successfully fulfill the terms of their probation.
Execution of Sentence: The defendant offers a guilty plea which the court accepts, and the sentence is imposed without any terms stayed. For example, someone who is sentenced to 30 days jail "executed" would actually have to serve that jail time.
Criminal Record Questions
A expungement is a court order sealing a criminal record and making its existence and its contents private/non-public except in certain limited circumstances. There are two types of expungement in Minnesota, statutory and inherent authority. Statutory expungement applies in cases that were resolved in favor of the person seeking expungement (e.g. the case was dismissed.) Inherent authority expungement applies in cases that were not resolved in favor of the person seeking expungement (e.g. the individual was convicted/plead guilty).
Please visit the Criminal Record Expungement page on our website for more information.
A pardon extraordinary is an order from the Minnesota Board of Pardons that has the effect of setting aside and nullifying the conviction; purging the person of the conviction; and the person shall never after that be required to disclose the conviction at any time or place other than in a judicial proceeding or as part of the licensing process for peace officers.
Please visit the Pardon Extraordinary page on our website for more information.
In certain circumstances you may be able to get arrest records returned if you were never charged with a crime. Please visit the Return of Arrest Records page on our website for more information.
A criminal record can cause many problems, especially considering the many inexpensive and easily accessible background check services that are available these days. Some specific problems a criminal record can cause include problems obtaining housing, employment, volunteer positions, and internships.
Please visit the Criminal Record Solutions page on our website for more information about the problems associated with a criminal record and the criminal record solutions I offer.
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CBT reaching out to small- and medium-sized Internet Service Providers
Columbia Basin Trust is reaching out to identify small- to medium-sized local and regional Internet service providers (ISPs) that are interested in expanding connectivity and/or upgrading existing infrastructure to meet new federal standards for broadband in the Columbia Basin and Boundary regions.
A statement said this appeal is being done in cooperation with the Regional Broadband Committee, comprised of the regional districts of Central Kootenay, Kootenay Boundary, East Kootenay and Columbia Shuswap, the Village of Valemount and the Ktunaxa Nation Council.
Through the Digital Canada 150: Connecting Canadians initiative, the federal government has recently committed to $305 million in funding. More details of the federal program and criteria for applications are expected in the fall. Meanwhile, the Trust is working with partners and stakeholders to develop strategies to take advantage of funding. The CBT has identified some immediate priorities, which include:
establishing which ISPs are interested in collaborating with the Trust to pursue funding under the federal program; and
encouraging ISPs to update Industry Canada mapping data to confirm eligibility for federal funding before the Industry Canada deadline of August 30.
The complete call to ISPs can be found on the Trust's website at cbt.org/ispcall.
The CBT recognizes that collaboration and funding is critical for residents of rural and remote areas to gain access to high-speed Internet. The significant cost of infrastructure and low-population density in many such areas mean that service providers can't generate a return on investment for extending services without support through public capital investments.
The statement asked ISPs to advise the Trust of their interest to collaborate in funding applications for broadband development projects in the Columbia Basin and Boundary regions. All responses and related questions can be directed to ispinfo@cbt.org or by calling 1-250-365-6633.
For more information on how the CBT is connecting the Basin, please go to cbt.org/broadband.
Columbia Basin Trust supports efforts to deliver social, economic and environmental benefits to the residents of the Columbia Basin. To learn more about its programs and initiatives, visit cbt.org or call 1-800-505-8998.


WebPort Global is an online business collaboration and trade network designed for World Trade Centers, Chambers of Commerce, professional organizations and businesses seeking growth opportunities.
Users can easily Connect and Collaborate with Trusted peers who share a common focus and complementary commercial interests. They can also gain valuable Knowledge from a broad range of information sources, Learn from Experts, and access Events on a range of business topics. The marketplace allows you to source and sell products and services to companies around the globe.
WebPortGlobal.com is designed specifically to support the needs of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises seeking to expand their commercial reach while managing the risk to their current operations.
WebPort Global's Strategic Partnerships with global Trade Intelligence providers, Credit and Risk services, Trade Service organizations, and Government agencies, combined with Collaboration and Business Productivity tools, make it a Cost-effective, comprehensive resource for today's growing businesses.
What are the benefits to members?
What are the key functions of WebPort Global?
The technology embedded in Connect and Collaborate, allows the community to build a trusted global network and expand their business connections. Authorized users can easily search for and find others who share business interests, or who have specific expertise.
Public or private Groups can be created to facilitate collaboration on important initiatives with the integration of social tools for both document sharing and discussion tools.
Users can contact each other through the internal mail system, which also extends to your external mail services.
Users can increase business productivity and collaborate easily using the online Workspace, which includes document sharing and storage, project management tools, and an online meeting space that supports voice, video and document sharing.
Authorized users access business knowledge, expertise, events, and news with a single click.
Learn is the focal area for Knowledge Resources; including reference materials, content on current trade topics, and other presentations, documents, and videos that will help users grow their business expertise and confidence.
Learn provides direct access to Experts and their respective contributions in trade related disciplines.
Events including but not limited to trade expositions, seminars, and education courses are accessible.
Valuable trade relationships start and grow in the Marketplace, an online business hub for Authorized Users.
Authorized users access this trusted network to securely source and sell products and services with others within the WebPort Global community. Designed as a tool for business acceleration, the Marketplace will help users showcase and grow their business.
WebPort Global is wholly owned by WebPort Global, LLC (WPG).
Where is WebPort Global located?
WebPort Global offices and developers are in Boston, MA (USA), Washington, D.C. (USA), Dublin, Ireland, Montevideo, Uruguay and Mexico City, Mexico.
What are the customer support hours for WebPort Global?
WebPort Global Customer Service can be reached from 4:00 AM Eastern Standard Time to 8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. To access Customer Service, utilize the Concierge link located at the bottom of each page in WebPort Global.
Is WebPort Global continuing to enhance the Platform?
Yes, WebPort Global develops and deploys new enhancements and features, many based on user feedback, on a continual basis. General feature updates occur one to two times every month.
I have an idea for a new feature, how do i request it?
At the bottom of the site on each page of WebPort Global, you will find a link to Send WPG Your Feedback. Submit your ideas here – we look forward to hearing from you!
What type of security features does WebPort Global have?
WebPort Global employs a range of security features and levels of security including state of the art data facilities, secure sign-on, private firewalls, encrypted databases, and abuse reporting, among other things.
Is the data I enter secure?
The solution was developed using standards modeled after the Financial Services Industry. Data is secured using a range of techniques and tools including secure sign-on, private firewalls, encrypted databases, activity monitoring, secure facilities, among other things.
Where is the information I submit being held? Is that secure?
WebPort Global's application and data are hosted in a state-of-the-art environment that is physically secure and employs the latest cyber-security tools and techniques. Even within the facility, the application and encrypted data are stored on different servers to protect your data. The encrypted data is backed-up regularly and stored offsite.
What Browsers can be used with WebPort Global?
What are my system requirements?
In order to access the WPG application you will need a current version of one of the Web Browsers listed above, as well as a current version of Adobe Flash Player for the workspace. Download Flash Player Here.
Is there any specific computer hardware I need to run WebPort Global?
You only need an active internet connection and a computer with one of the Browsers listed above.
Can I access WebPort Global with a Linux machine?
Yes. All you need is an active internet connection, a current version of Flash Player for the workspace and access through one of the browsers listed above.
Can I accessWebPort Global through my Mobile Device?
Yes, although not all functions are currently optimized for mobile devices.
Can I access WebPort Global on my Tablet?
Yes, as long as your tablet has a live internet connection, a current version of Flash Player for the workspace, and one of the compatible browsers installed.
No, there is a subscription cost for access to WebPort Global starting at $29.00 per month. To learn more, visit www.webportglobal.com or contact us at [email protected].
How do I Join WebPort Global?
Visit www.webportglobal.com or contact us at [email protected] to get started today. WebPort Global is a global community of trusted businesses working together to facilitate international trade.
Why should my company join WebPort Global?
Joining WebPort Global provides your organization with a wide variety of benefits including but not limited to the ability to work in a trusted environment with your peers, use of collaboration tools, and access to a fully functioning marketplace. Refer to "What are the benefits to Members?" above for further details.
How do I cancel my WebPort Global Account?
Your account can be managed once you have logged into WebPort Global by clicking on Manage Subscription from the dropdown menu that appears when hovering over your login name in the top right of the screen.
What if I lost myOrganizationID?
Contact WebPort Global at [email protected].
What do I do if during registration I can't find my company?
If no matches were found when searching for your company, please check the spelling and try the search again. If no company appears, this means that you are probably the first user from that company. If you are joining independently, when prompted for an Organization ID select the checkbox for "Create New Company?" and build a profile for your organization. If you are joining through an inviting organization, please contact your inviting organization and or WebPort Global directly at [email protected].
How do I update my email address or change my password?
You can update your email address and change your password through the Manage Profile link that appears in the dropdown menu when hovering over your name at the top of each page. To change your password click the link in the left margin that says "Change Password". To change your email address click the "Manage Profile" link and then the "Edit" link in the email address field.
If you have forgotten your password, when you reach www.webportglobal.com input your username into the respective field and click the "forgot password" link directly below the password field. This will reset your password and an email will be sent to you containing a new computer generated password. Don't forget to change your password once you have logged in!
How do I sign out of WebPort Global?
Click on the arrow below your name in the top right of the screen, scroll down to Logout and click to logout of the site. Closing your browser will also end your logged in session.
What is a user profile?
The User Profile is where personal contact and descriptive data are input. The information you provide here drives recommendations throughout the site making it not only easier for you to find relevant information, but also making it easier for other users to find you. In essence, the more complete your user profile is the more WPG can do for you.
To edit your user profile, hover over your name at the top of any page, and select the "Manage Profile" link. From the User Profile page that loads, select the Manage Profile link from the navigation links on the left. Take note of the two new links that appear at the top of the user profile, User Contact and User Details. Input the desired information into each page and click save. Please remember that the more information your profile contains, the more effective WebPort Global's recommendations are to you.
An Organizations' "Home Page" or 'Landing page' is an extension of the Company Profile. Though all organizations within WPG are assigned a Company Profile, Inviting Organizations and content providers manage 'landing pages' to maintain their relationship with their constituents and promote relevant News, Knowledge Resources, Experts, Events, and Groups. The landing page is the first thing you see when logging into WebPort Global.
How do I edit my company's landing page?
All updates and additions to the landing page are performed through the 'Admin Dashboard' by the designated Organization administrator.
My Company doesn't have an Administrator, how can we get one assigned?
Contact your inviting Organization or [email protected] and request administrative access be enabled.
My Company doesn't have a landing page, how can we get one?
The Concierge function connects you with the WebPort Global Support staff.
How do I make a connection?
A company profile is a page that displays an organization's contact information and a brief description of the organization. It also displays the organization's members and provides you with a means of making direct contact. Unlike landing pages which are only allotted to inviting organizations and content providers, all WebPort Global members will have their own company profile.
How do I edit my company's profile?
The company profile is edited and updated through the 'Admin Dashboard'. You must have administrator access in order to make updates. Refer to section IX #3 to learn how to have an administrator assigned to your organization.
To make a connection, click on the Connect and Collaborate tab and navigate to the "Connections" subpage. From here you can search for users through the Find People widget on the right hand side of the screen. Once you have found a user you would like to connect with, send a request to connect via the link that says "Connect". A message will be generated and sent to the user for confirmation. If you are not quite ready to get connected but would like to send a message, utilize the Contact link. This will deliver a direct message to the users' inbox but will not offer them the option to add you as a Connection.
To start a group, click on the Connect and Collaborate tab and navigate to the "Groups" subpage. From here scroll down the page until you see the blue box on the right hand side that says "Start a Group" . Click on the green "Start Group" button and follow the three step process for creating a new group. Once your group has been created you can begin to upload group resources, create discussions within a group forum, and start collaborating effectively.
How do I post blog content?
In order to become an active member of the blog community, please first review the blog post submission guidelines and when you are comfortable you have fulfilled all requirements, submit content to [email protected]. If your organization already publishes a blog, contact [email protected] regarding the possibility of your own space within the community.
What is my inbox and how does it work?
Your WPG Inbox is an internal email system. From here you can send and receive messages to/from other WebPort Global Users. A notification and the actual text of the message is also sent to the external email address associated with your account. The inbox functions similarly to any other typical email service provider.
What is an Admin Dashboard?
The Admin Dashboard is the place where an organization's administrator can manage the content and contact details of your organization. If your organization has a Landing Page, the Admin Dashboard will allow you to update your Landing Page, add content, and feature components for the WebPort Global community.
How do I upload news, resources, experts, and events?
News, Knowledge Resources, Events, and Experts are all managed through the Admin Dashboard by your organization's Administrator. Users can submit content requests and recommendations to their respective administrator directly, or use the Suggest a Resource, Suggest an Expert, and Suggest an Event buttons on the right hand margin of their respective Learn subpages.
How do I access news, resources, experts, and events?
News, Knowledge Resources, Experts, and Events can always be accessed through the Learn tab. It is also possible to access a particular organization's Featured News, Knowledge Resources, Experts, and Events through their individual landing page.
How do I suggest a Knowledge Resource, Expert, or Event to be featured on WebPort Global?
Within each of the sub navigation pages under the Learn Tab, there is a section on the right hand margin for suggesting a Knowledge Resource, Expert, or Event. Simply click on the link, fill out the form within the light box that appears and click send.
An Expert is a person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of or skill in a particular area. Members that are indicated as experts are available to share their expertise with the entire WPG Community.
How do I find an Expert?
To find an Expert, click on the Learn tab and navigate to the Experts subpage. From here you can view both new and recommended Experts, and also search for an Expert directly. Once you have found the Expert you're looking for you can contact them directly; don't forget to add them to your "My Experts" section.
Experts are designated by the administrator of their organization. If you have a particular skill or expertise that you would like to share, contact your administrator to learn about the privledges and responsibilities of becoming an Expert.
How do I recommend a Company to one of my Connections?
On each company's landing page, there is a link below the company logo that says "Recommend Us" Simply click on this link, select the connections you wish to recommend to and input a message if you so desire. Clicking Send generates a message to those Users' internal inboxes notifying them of your recommendation.
How do I Recommend a Resource, Expert, Event, or News article to one of my connections?
Currently you can only recommend a Resource, Expert or Event, to WPG for publication within the environment. This is done by clicking the Learn tab and on each respective subpage. There will be a button on the right side of the page to make a suggestion for that section.
How are Recommendations generated for me?
Recommendations are generated through the keywords and User Details you input into your Personal Profile. As a result, the more complete you Profile information is, the more effectively the system can make appropriate recommendations to you.
How do I create a listing in the Marketplace?
To create a listing in the Marketplace you simply click the subpage link within the Marketplace Tab that says "Create New Listing" and fill out the required form accordingly. Anyone can create a listing to buy goods and services, but only Authorized Sellers can create a listing to sell goods or services.
How do I respond to a listing in the Marketplace?
Within the marketplace, clicking links for "Respond" or Inquire will open a lightbox where you can submit your inquiry and respond to the listing.
How do I become an Authorized Seller in the Marketplace?
If you go to Create a Listing and you are unable to make a listing to SELL your product or service, this means that your company's Administrator has not yet marked you as a SELLER within WebPort Global. Contact your Organization's Administrator to update your status or contact WebPort Global at [email protected].
A user of WebPort Global did not conduct business the way they should or is not behaving appropriately within the environment. What should I do?
Notify WebPort Global at [email protected] or utilize the Report Abuse link that can be found on many pages of the environment.
What is the Workspace for?
The Workspace can be thought of as your own virtual office. It contains cloud based document storage, a robust project planning and tracking tool, and a virtual meeting space with Skype integration built in.
How do I get into the Workspace?
To access the Workspace simply click on the Connect and Collaborate tab and then the subpage link that says "Workspace". The Workspace will open in a new window. Please note you must have Flash installed on your machine to access the workspace.
How do I get out of the Workspace?
There are a number of user friendly video tutorials in the help and tutorials section of the Workspace. This can be accessed through the "Help and Tutorials" link on the left side of the What's New tab, or through the "Help Area" workbox under the Documents tab.
Is there a limit to the amount of data I can upload into the Workspace?
Currently, there is no limit to the amount of data an individual user can input into the Workspace, however, should this change, advanced notification will be sent to all WebPort Global users.
I accidently uploaded the wrong file to the Workspace, how can I access a previous version?
To access previous versions of a particular file, simply expand the Workbox to the right using the white arrow in the bottom right hand corner. This will reveal the hidden columns' comments and history. From there, click on the button that says history for the particular file you wish to access a past version of. Now you can preview and download each unique rendition of the document.
I keep hearing a product called Skype is integrated into the site, what is Skype?
Skype is software that enables the world's conversations through video and voice calls and instant messages. Skype communications within the internet are free. To learn more about what Skype has to offer, please visit their website at www.skype.com. We have integrated the Skype functionality into WebPort Global as a convenience for our Users. WebPort Global has no financial relationship with Skype.
How do I get a Skype account?
I'm having trouble accessing my Skype account, can you help?
What do I do if WebPort Global won't load and the Homepage is blank?
First, check to see if you have an internet connection by trying to load another webpage. If you have an internet connection but are still unable to connect to any part of the WebPort Global site, contact your local administrator, and please send an email to [email protected].
What do I do if I receive an error message?
If you receive an error message, please immediately report the issue to WebPort Global Support: [email protected]. In reporting the issue, if possible, please attempt to recount the steps taken prior to receiving the error. Screenshots are also recommended when reporting an issue.
Contact your local administrator and report the issue to WebPort Global Support via [email protected] or by utilizing the Concierge link at the bottom of any page.
How do I give WebPort Global Feedback?
WebPort Global is always interested in feedback and suggestions from our Users. The most effective method to provide feedback is by using the "Send WPG Your Feedback" link in the bottom right hand corner of each page or by sending a direct message to one of the WebPort Global staff members directly.


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Russia and Ukraine
Germany to send tanks to Ukraine
Post author:Nimra Jamali
Post category:Europe / Politics
BERLIN: Germany said Tuesday it would send anti-aircraft tanks to Ukraine, in a clear switch in Berlin's cautious policy on military backing for Kyiv that was welcomed by the United States.
The government has agreed to sign off the delivery of used Gepard anti-aircraft tanks, Defence Minister Christine Lambrecht told an international meeting of defence ministers at the US Ramstein airbase.
The move comes after heavy criticism of Chancellor Olaf Scholz for refusing to directly send heavy weapons to Ukraine, despite announcing a "turning point" in German defence policy in response to Russia's invasion.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the pledge to send "some 50 Cheetah anti-aircraft systems", the English name for the weapons, was "especially welcome".
Austin was speaking at the end of a meeting of 40 countries at the airbase in southwestern Germany aimed at bolstering the defence capabilities of Ukraine.
Other European countries delivering heavy weapons to Ukraine include France, which is providing Caesar cannons with a range of 40 kilometres (25 miles), and Britain, which is sending Starstreak anti-air missiles and tanks.
The Gepard tanks will not come from the German army but from stocks held by the Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) arms group, government sources told the Media.
They were taken out of service 10 years ago and need to be technically upgraded, the sources said.
Lambrecht admitted that the Bundeswehr's weapons stocks are limited, but said it will turn to the inventory of Germany's armaments manufacturers to help Ukraine.
"Ukraine orders and Germany pays," she said.
Scholz in February announced an overhaul of Germany's typically timid defence policy in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but critics say the chancellor has since failed to take enough concrete action.
They accuse Scholz of weak leadership and say his Social Democrats (SPD) are too reluctant to break from their historic policy of detente towards Moscow.
Scholz has even faced criticism from within his own coalition government, a partnership between the SPD, the Greens and the liberal FDP.
The chancellor has justified his cautious approach by saying he wishes to avoid a direct confrontation between NATO and Russia, a nuclear power.
But according to a draft document seen by AFP on Tuesday, the three coalition parties now plan to present a joint proposal in parliament calling for the delivery of heavy weapons to Ukraine.
The document calls on the government to "continue and, where possible, accelerate the delivery of necessary equipment to Ukraine, including extending the delivery of heavy weapons and complex systems".
It also suggests that Ukrainian soldiers should be trained in Germany and other NATO countries to operate the weaponry.
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Yet another eventful weekend has passed, and part of me is glad that it's getting a bit colder so that I (might) have an excuse to stay in. When you emerge from a basement karaoke and the daylight that is 7am hits your eyes, all you can do is send a squinty look to your bros and subtly nod; yeah, I think we just survived that.
So yeah guys, it's a Sunday mornin', rain is fallin', and I am in an absolute daze. The past two days have been a marathon. From 6am on Friday morning to 4am today I had three hours of sleep. Whaaaaaat. And let me tell you, it was the most absurd 48 hours of my life yet.
Hey everyone, went out successfully last Friday, and effectively lost my voice! T__T Stayed in recouping from it for teaching on Monday, and I did a decent job of it by drinking honey citron tea.
Since living in Korea, I have switched to drinking soy milk. I didn't ever love the taste of milk, but after the funky smell and price of Korean milk, I opted to try something new. Below is a list of several Korean soy milk brands I have tried and my brief review of each from my favorite to least favorite. Soy milk in Korean is called 'duyu' (두유).


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Accreditation received for 2nd consecutive year despite pandemic challenges Tarrytown, NY, January 11, 2021 – IAHD received Quality Assurance Accreditation from the Council of Quality and Leadership (CQL) for a second consecutive year despite the challenging hardships brought on by the Coronavirus Pandemic of 2020. This internationally recognized designation affirms IAHD's ongoing quest to be…
Current Board Chairperson retires after 29 years of leadership Tarrytown, NY, December 18, 2020 – IAHD appoints Matthew Kiamie as Chairperson of the Board of Directors effective, November 1, 2020. Mr. Kiamie succeeds Mary K. St. Mark in her role of Chairperson of IAHD's Board, as she steps down from the role after 29 years…
Thank you to Senator David Carlucci and the legislators working to protect vulnerable individuals in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Community. Funding cuts are devastating many people supported as well as the essential workers they rely on. Further cuts will cause even further damage. "The true measure of any society can be found in how…
Beginning Monday, September 14, 2020, IAHD will begin to re-open its Day Habilitation programs in the first phase of its plan. Click the links below for more information: Tarrytown Day-Hab Facility (English)Tarrytown Day-Hab Facility (Espanol) Bainbridge Day-Hab Facility (English)Bainbridge Day-Hab Facility (Espanol)
Oppose the 20% Withhold of I/DD Funding THE ISSUE: The NYS Division of Budget (DOB) has directed state agencies to withhold 20% of funding to providers or certain Medicaid Programs. THE ADVOCACY: Please contact the Governor by telephone to let him know you oppose the withholds because of the devastating impact this action will have…
Visitation Resumes at Residential Facilities
As most of you already know, Governor Cuomo has announced that visitation may resume at OPWDD certified homes and residential facilities. The guidance that providers and visitors must follow has been posted to the OPWDD website and we have provided them below. As outlined in the guidance, we will be required to follow specific protocols…
During these troubled times
Our country is going through one of the most difficult times in our history. As we approach the tail end of battling a pandemic which has killed more than 100,000 Americans, we come face to face with the harsh realities of racial and social inequalities plaguing our law enforcement and justice systems. The unconscionable and…
Looking toward the Future
As we begin to look toward the future in our country, state and in our own personal lives, IAHD has begun to prepare for the re-opening of programs and offices. One thing is for sure; We will never go back to "business as usual." We have lost people we support, staff and colleagues and we…
Our New Normal
It's been 92 days since the first person tested positive for COVID-19 in the U.S. and 51 days since the first positive in NY. It seems like an eternity when we could freely walk about in the community with no restrictions on doing the things in life that brought us together like dinner at our…
An Update from IAHD's CEO
We are settling into a new normal at IAHD. People are getting used to new routines. Unfamiliar faces are becoming new friends, talks of isolation and quarantine sites have become a part of our new world. Life is somewhat solemn as we reflect on the lives of people who have succumbed to a disease that,…


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World Travel Guide > Guides > North America > United States of America > California > San Francisco
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Gold diggers, boho artists, leftie activists and techie whizz-kids have all left their mark on San Francisco, a seaside metropolis overflowing with boundless innovation in a mind-blowing setting.
The undulating City by the Bay has a prime spot between the Pacific Ocean and Sierra Nevada mountains to the east and west and redwood forests and the California desert to the north and south.
One of the USA's most walkable cities, San Francisco shows off a stellar line-up of iconic sights. Wait for a window in the city's favourite weather (fog, of course) and catch a glimpse of the vermilion towers of the Golden Gate Bridge. Hop on a ferry from Fisherman's Wharf and pay a visit to Al Capone's west-coast pad behind bars, Alcatraz. Embrace your tourist status and throw caution (and potentially a lot more) to the wind trundling over the city's rollercoaster hills on the edge of a cable car.
The city's neighbourhoods all tell their own stories, from the hotbed of politics that made Haight-Ashbury what it is, to the bohemia of the Mission and the Tenderloin, to the culinary wonder of Chinatown and the understated affluence of Nob Hill. San Francisco has one of the world's oldest and largest gay neighbourhoods in the Castro, a testament to the accepting nature and spirit of civic acceptance that exists here.
The famous, glorious vineyards of the Napa and Sonoma wine regions ensure weekend escapes are part of the San Francisco experience too. If you don't have time to visit them, pull up a stool in one of the city's slick wine tasting rooms and sip a few glasses.
When the fog and cold sets in, it's time to head indoors, to jazz venues, cosy restaurants, old-school saloons and micro-distilleries.
The downside? San Francisco's stratospheric success means the arty types who gave the city its creative vibe can barely afford to live here anymore. So if you're inspired to launch your own startup, bring a wealthy sponsor and a back-up plan.
City Highlight: San Francisco
Distinctive neighbourhoods, a renowned food scene and world-class museums give this beautiful city an enduring appeal, despite rapid gentrification.