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Having a tester community in Auckland is a brilliant idea ! That will give me the opportunity to learn new technics and share feelings and knowledge from other testers.
We bring together people who are passionate about testing, providing a platform for sharing ideas and learning through experience-based sessions and workshops.
MoT Auckland events often have waitlists, and it's unfair when keen members miss out due to 'no shows'.
For this reason we have a three-strike policy. If a member has more than three 'no-show' marks within a calendar year, they will be removed from the group.
We understand things do happen, so if you fall ill/have an emergency etc. after 9am, please send a comment to the organisers within a few days of the event and we'll change your 'no-show' status.


Colouring Time - In order to visualise historical facts, Haohao created a colour-coding system. 100 years historical records is categorised and colour coded in terms of its subject matter.
National history divided into 6 categories, such as war, politics, culture, economic, national construction, natural disaster. As well as Haohao's family genealogical records, which basically depended on the structure of genealogical research, such as birth, marriage, death, career development, military links, culture influence, political influence and economic influence.
In general, National history and genealogy, each subject is represented by a colour (warm colour for family, cold colour for nation).


Description: Iris – Small Female Teacup Yorkie for sale. Look at this gorgeous Tiny little girl Iris. She is a lovely girly girl and loves to prance around. She has a beautiful babydoll face, gorgeous eyes, short button nose, and sweet personality. She has short legs with very compact body. Iris's birthday is 9/20/11 and she is showing to be 3.0 - 3.5 lbs. full grown. She is AKC registered and comes with a one year health guarantee. For more information on this Yorkie puppy, please call (573-734-6330) or email (glendaaandlarry@elvisyorkshireterrier.com).


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Ruth Eleanor Lyon, 82, Of Poughquag
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POUGHQUAG, N.Y. – Ruth Eleanor Lyon, a longtime resident of Poughquag, died Thursday, June 2. She was 82.
Born July 9, 1933, in Sharon, Conn., she was the daughter of Harold and Dorothy (Denton) Gloyd.
In 1950, she graduated from Pawling High School, and in 1952, she graduated from Delhi SUNY. She married Frederick C. Lyon Sept.28, 1952 in Patterson.
She operated the coffee shop at Gloyd's Motel in Whaley Lake for many years and later became the postmaster in the Poughquag and LaGrange post offices.
She is survived by her four daughters, Susan Sullivan of Poughquag, MaryJane Ulrich of Corinth, Joan Nelson of Wappingers, and Rose McNerney of Holmes; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Fred.
Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Horn & Thomes Inc. Funeral Home, 83 E. Main St., Pawling. There will be a funeral service at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to J.D.R.F., 30 Glen St., Suite 409, White Plains, NY 10603.
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The appeal of copper seldom wears off. Copper water fountains offer such a versatile set of options that one can truly be taken aback by what's available. Copper can be subtle and soft in its appearance or be polished to a mirror-like shine. Copper, in fact, was once used for mirrors in some cases! This metal's affordability does not detract from its beauty.
There are several advantages to copper fountains. The material is resistant to the wear and tear caused by the constant flow of water. In fact, the constant flow of water oftentimes develops the pentene of copper. It is also incredibly durable. A copper water fountain may well provide generations of service.
Copper is used for many different aspects of fountains. Sometimes, it is one of many elements, such as a copper bowl on an entirely stone fountain. In other cases, it is used as a mirror surface or as the primary fountain surface. Copper water fountains can be very subtle or very bold. For the most modern look, choose the primarily metal designs.
Copper combines nicely with other materials. Copper fountains are sometimes actually more slate or of another stone than copper. Copper, when it is buffed to a low shine, has a characteristic beauty that is somewhere between stone and metal. For that reason, it is used in applications where its subtlety is to its benefit.
One will find few modern devices as durable as are copper fountains. The material is even durable enough that it can be used in more practical applications such as for water sprinklers. Our customer service can provide more information on the care of copper water fountains. Some are eligible for special benefits such as free shipping.


Do you ever have one of those moments when you know, without doubt, that God has a sense of humor? We did this weekend.
Wayne and I were on our way to a rehearsal for Tara Winds, a symphonic band we've been honored to perform with this season. Some of our rehearsals are at a high school in Smyrna, but we don't go there as often as we do other sites. Needless to say, we forget exactly where we're supposed to turn to enter the school the back way. The reason this is important is so we can access the rear parking lot, which makes getting to the band room a short walk rather than a rather long one through the high school proper.
After two wrong turns, both of which (Wayne claims) were caused by a weak signal and an infuriatingly slow GPS system, we stopped to get our bearings. Tempers were a little hot because we were running late, but they were still well below nuclear reactor meltdown level. (We passed that the fourth or fifth year of our marriage.) It was then that I looked over and saw this street sign on the corner.
For those of you who don't know. my maiden name was Hill, and, yes, Wayne's last name (and now mine) is Hughes. Both are fairly common, and while I have seen each of our surnames on street signs before in various cities, I never ever ever have I seen the two of them intersect!
I shrieked. Wayne stopped, more than a bit nonplussed as to why I was scrambling out of the passenger seat with my phone in hand, running towards an intersection. However, when he looked up and saw what had caused my brief stint of absurdity, I heard his goodnatured laugh erupt from the car (the one that makes the corners of his eyes crinkle up in a way that melts my heart).
Good to have an occasional nudge from Him, isn't it?
It is quite fun. We were talking about pathways and what we're doing/not doing in 2012 and then ran into that street sign (not literally). 🙂 I thought it quite humorous.
I know from many experiences that Someone has a delightful sense of humor. We just have to be open and aware enough to notice and enjoy the humor.
You know, Lorna. It's funny. Sometimes, the instances of it are so precise and so perfect, it tells me that it can be none other than the Almighty. What amazes me is that He has the capacity to keep the universe in perfect working order (which is something that threatens to make my head explode if I think about it too long) and still has time to provide little things like this and the giraffe to tell me everything about Himself. God is indeed a master craftsman with a rapier wit. So glad you enjoyed!
Isn't it!? It was one of those fun moments you just had to stand there and laugh about. It truly made my day (if not my week) to see it.


This is a Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern und Tüte / War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords and Bag (maker Foerster & Barth Pforzheim/Baden).
In good condition, the tüte/bag definately not so easy to find by this maker.


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Metro Detroit weather: Steamy conditions with storm chances
Body pulled from Detroit River near Wyandotte
16-year-old boy shot outside fireworks tent on Detroit's west side
Police say Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs found dead in hotel room
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Report: Henrik Zetterberg will leave Detroit before contract ends, then go home to Sweden
Report indicates Zetterberg plans to leave Red Wings before contract expires
By Dave Bartkowiak Jr.
Posted: 8:44 AM, August 22, 2017 Updated: 8:44 AM, August 22, 2017
DETROIT - If the Swedish media reports are true, Detroit Red Wings Captain Henrik Zetterberg will be leaving the team before he can play out his 12-year contract.
Zetterberg, 36, reportedly told Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet he doesn't plan to finish his lengthy contract with Detroit, which expires after the 2020-21 season. Instead, he plans to play two more seasons with the Red Wings before heading home to Sweden.
"Did you ask me seven years ago I'd probably say I'll stay in Detroit when my career is over, but now it's quite clear that I'm moving home. After about 15 years there, it has become a home, I have many friends and acquaintances there, but I miss Sweden ... ," he told Aftonbladet.
Zetterberg will be 40 years old by the time his contract is finished and making about $1 million in those final two seasons. He reportedly told Swedish media the only reason he agreed to such a long contract was to "fool the system" and had no intention of playing the final two years, which is why he's only set to make $1 million a year. However, he also said he has learned to take it one year at a time.
The veteran center led the Red Wings with 68 points this past season. In 1,000 games played with the Red Wings since 2002, Zetterberg has compiled 326 goals and 578 assists. In 137 playoff games he has scored 120 points.
He won the Conn Smythe Trophy for Stanley Cup playoffs MVP in 2008.
The Red Wings drafted him at 210th overall in 1999.
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MOSCOW Two ships ablaze in the Black Sea region, leaving at least 10 crew dead, caught fire while transferring fuel mid-sea after one vessel was barred from using its usual port in southern Russia due to U.S. sanctions risk, two sources told Reuters.
MOSCOW Russia plans to halt exports of light and heavy oil products to Belarus from next month until the end of next year, with restrictions also applying to shipments of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), two Russian government sources told Reuters.
MOSCOW Russia is planning to limit exports of refined oil products to Belarus in a bid to curtail re-exports from the country, which come at the expense of the Russian budget, according to a Belarussian document and a Russian official.
MOSCOW/ZAGREB After watching their soccer team lose 4-2 to France in the World Cup final in Moscow on Sunday, some Croatians wept with sadness while others felt pride that their tiny nation had gone so far in the tournament.
PARIS/MOSCOW Millions of French fans were overwhelmed with joy on Sunday as France beat Croatia 4-2 to win soccer's World Cup in a pulsating final in Moscow, sparking ecstatic scenes of celebration from Paris to Marseille, from Lyon to Lille.
MOSCOW/ZAGREB, July 15 After watching their soccer team lose 4-2 to France in the World Cup final in Moscow on Sunday, some Croatians wept with sadness while others felt pride that their tiny nation had gone so far in the tournament.
PARIS/MOSCOW, July 15 Millions of French soccer fans were delirious with joy on Sunday as France beat Croatia 4-2 to win soccer's World Cup in a pulsating final in Moscow that sparked ecstatic scenes from Paris to Marseille and beyond.


Ali Liebegott reads from The Summer of Dead Birds published by Feminist Press. Joined by two special guests: Dodie Bellamy and Kevin Killian.
Ali Liebegott is the author of three books, and the recipient of two Lambda Literary Awards and a Ferro-Grumley Award. She currently live in Los Angeles and writes for Transparent.


Research Question/Issue. Despite the benefits of privatization (i.e., divestiture of government‐owned enterprises), governments still own substantial stakes in economically important firms. Given public concern about excessive compensation and frequent government responses, this paper compares the level and structure of CEO compensation in privatized firms, including those still partially owned by governments, to firms never owned by the government.
Research Findings/Insights. Using a multinational sample of firms, we find that privatized firms have lower total CEO compensation than private firms never owned by governments. CEO equity‐linked wealth in privatized firms is less sensitive to stock performance, and equity compensation is negatively related to government ownership stakes. Privatized companies engage in less risk‐taking than nonprivatized companies, suggesting that government risk aversion could explain differences in CEO compensation.
Theoretical/Academic Implications. This study finds that the role government ownership plays in the level and structure of executive compensation is broadly consistent with pay regulations governments periodically impose. It provides empirical support for the argument that government owners are risk‐averse and associated with lower equity‐linked executive pay, which discourages CEO risk‐taking.
Practitioner/Policy Implications. This study encourages corporate boards to consider the degree of government involvement in their firms when setting CEO compensation packages and policies. Government concerns about excessive compensation may require boards to find other ways to incentivize CEOs, particularly given the weaker governance linked to state‐influenced firms. Additionally, governments should analyze their influences on CEO compensation, and how these can affect performance, when considering their ownership stakes in public companies.


Within this piece of writing I will present an objective article with the aim of evaluating which method of hand drying is most suitable in modern day life. In making such a comparison one must start by first considering the three main factors which will shape the conclusion: the environmental cost, cleanliness and economic cost. Studies are being carried out constantly in order to finally answer these questions - both the paper towel and hand dryer markets attempt to defend their products aggressively.
First, let us consider paper towels affect on the environment. In the manufacturing process, trees are destroyed and wood must be transported to factories where it is then made into the paper towels we see in restrooms. However, we can probably ignore possible deforestation impacts as usually wood comes from sustainable commercial forests. The environmental cost of such a process is high as fossil fuels are burnt in order to supply the electrical energy needed for both the manufacturing process and packaging and also the cost of transport from the factory to the purchaser. Furthermore paper towels will require constant replenishment throughout their use.
When considering the overall environmental cost we must also take into account what happens to a paper towel once used. Although it is not possible to include all accounts of paper towel disposal in this article, it is safe to say the vast majority of hand towels are not recycled. Paper towels are made of organic material so when sent to landfill harmful greenhouse gases such as methane are released in the decomposition of this material. This is a massive problem in the USA as 2% of total landfill is made up of paper towels. As well as this, due to the way in which these paper towels are designed, they do not break down when wet in the mulching process and instead retain their original structure. Therefore a bigger problem is posed by paper towel disposal when considering their environmental sustainability. One can look to other means of disposal such as compost , however, this is not a viable solution as paper towels are used on a large scale. So although difficult to take into account all environmental factors concerned with paper towel usage one can conclude that paper towels certainly do leave a significant carbon footprint.
Next the environmental impact of hand dryers must be considered. A standard hand dryer will use around 1.5Kw (per hour of use) and is said (by Slate magazine) to typically last for around 10 years. Here it is apparent that some electricity is used in supplying a hand dryer once it is installed, however, compared to the paper towel , CO2 emissions are much less in terms of transporting the product as, once installed, nothing is required in terms of upkeep making it more environmentally sustainable in this aspect. Studies have shown that a hand dryer is nearly three times more eco friendly, producing nearly a third of the CO2 that paper towels create. In addition there is absolutely no rubbish disposal associated with the usage of the electric hand dryers, saving landfill space and reducing amounts of harmful greenhouses gases emitted into the atmosphere. It has also been found that during the productive life span of the average hand dryer, around 24 less trees are cut down than would be were paper towels being used in the place of this one hand dryer. However some negative aspects of electric hand drying must also be considered.
One such factor is that a hand dryer is more complex than a carbon based paper towel as more materials go into producing such a machine. This means that once disposed of a hand dryer will not degrade for thousands of years. The fact has been highlighted by several paper towel manufacturers that in the manufacturing and industrial sector the hand dryer may actually decrease the company's overall productivity. This is due to the fact that only one person can use a hand dryer at any one time whereas paper towels can be taken by several people. Similarly this can be counter argued as hand dryers with their rapidly increasing efficiency due to advances in technology can now dry hands in under 15 seconds where a paper towel may take longer than this. Overall there is a clear advantage to use of hand dryers in terms of environmental sustainability.
Studies, such as that done by Westminster University, have found drying hands using hand dryers does in fact increase the amount of germs on the individual's hands after using an electric hand dryer when paper towels appear not to affect the amount of bacteria present before or after. However , the way in which such studies are carried out must be questioned before agreeing with statements from The Daily Telegraph such as "is so unhygienic that it might be better to not wash at all". In further investigating studies carried out which led to such extreme conclusions it appears that holding your hand under a hand dryer still, for the allocated amount of time is key in reducing germs on ones hands which is not taken into account by this study. Moreover, the fact that many bacteria are completely harmless has also not been taken into account; this proves these studies are at best inconclusive and at worst, highly misleading and incorrect. Finally, the sample sizes used are small and larger studies must be conducted before any kind of accurate conclusion can be drawn.
Cleary the initial cost of a hand dryer surpasses that of its competitor the hand towel. It is also true that in the case of Handy Dryers units, almost all units will pay for themselves in under a year*. Without factoring in the cost of rubbish bags and maintenance, an average size company will spend around £2,000 a year. By comparison, the initial cost of an electric hand dryer and an annual operating cost of around £60 is a much smaller price to pay.
In conclusion these three factors are all interdependent when determining which method of hand drying is most appropriate for your individual situation. It is better though, to encourage the development of hand dryers by investing in them rather than using paper towels for the sake of short term eco-friendliness. This is because constant technological advances are key in providing long term environmental sustainability as efficiency is constantly increasing.
*Assuming usage over 100 times per day when moving from paper towels.


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Fondation Dufresne et Gauthier
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"Princess" center Mongolia
Offering young mothers to express their leadership and rights
If you visit an organization named "Princess center", smiling young ladies will welcome you to their office and will share their work with pleasure.
This organization was established in 2003 to protect girls and young women's rights in Mongolia. Vision of the Princess center is to contribute for creating girls-friendly society in Mongolia. Moreover, Princess center aims to become a strong voice of girls in nationwide level and to work as a driving-force of the girls' rights movement in Mongolia with meaningful participation of girls. The Princess center is the only one institution in Mongolia that focuses on the teenage pregnancy and works with teenage mothers. (more…)
Projet Intervention Prostitution Québec (PIPQ)
Before meeting with Geneviève Quinty, the organization's director, I wanted to see the website, which is increasingly becoming the gateway to the PIPQ. Right away, I noticed that the target audience is very specific; the portal is designed with clear and direct language, a colourful look, simple navigation mechanisms, as well as a quick-exit feature that leaves no trace. PIPQ website [website in French only]
The portal has been in operation for only a few weeks, and here is the type of anonymous message received on it that the workers must respond to: [TRANSLATION] "I don't know how to get out of this environment. I'm pregnant; I probably have STBBIs; I'm afraid of the police. Can you help me?" (more…)
Presentation, mission and values
A single antenna abroad
Applications for funding
Eligibility criteria and application form
Organizations who contribute within their communities
Helping children to achieve their full potentialHOW ?
The Foundation's mission
Fondation Dufresne et Gauthier (FDG) supports projects in Quebec and Mongolia designed to make a difference in the lives of large numbers of at-risk children and young people.
- Submit an application
- Eligible applications
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- Eligibility criteria
Fondation Dufresne Gauthier
200-2505 Laurier Bvld.,
Quebec, QC G1V 2L2