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2310 Oakton St., Evanston, IL 60202
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Vicky Pasenko
Vicky is the executive director of the Evanston Animal Shelter and is co-founder of the Evanston Animal Shelter Association. She is also a member of the Evanston Animal Welfare Board. Vicky's childhood spent on a farm combined with her 24 years at a multi-billion dollar technology company give her both the business acumen and the compassion for animals required to meet the daily demands of managing the shelter.
Alisa Kaplan
Alisa is the co-founder and past co-president of the Evanston Animal Shelter Association. Alisa started volunteering at the Evanston Animal Shelter in 2011. When she's not cuddling with her rescue dogs, Alisa is the executive director of Reform for Illinois, a nonprofit organization that advocates for good government policies.
Brittany Kirk
Brittany is the president of the Evanston Animal Shelter Association and a founding member of the board. She graduated from Northwestern University School of Law and has been working as a commercial litigator for more than ten years. Brittany is currently Of Counsel for a Chicago law firm. While pursuing her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Brittany served as Captain of Berkeley's Division I women's soccer team.
Jill Cabot
Jill is the vice president of the Evanston Animal Shelter Association and past vice chair of the Evanston Animal Welfare Board. She has been a volunteer at the Evanston Animal Shelter for more than ten years where she is the communications director and a shift supervisor. Jill has more than 30 years of corporate communication experience working with Fortune 100 companies.
Bill Patti
Bill is the treasurer of the Evanston Animal Shelter Association. He has been a volunteer at the Evanston Animal Shelter for more than eight years as an advanced canine handler. Bill has more than ten years as a senior financial analyst for Fortune 500 companies and is currently affiliated with Northwestern University.
Shannon Daggett
Shannon is the director of fundraising and community engagement for the Evanston Animal Shelter Association. Shannon's more than eight years experience as a director in the event industry has given her the skill set and know-how to successfully plan and execute vital fundraising events while continuing to expand community outreach activities.
Jenny Grist
Jenny is a founding member of the Evanston Animal Shelter Association board and is currently the interim secretary. She has been a volunteer at the Evanston Animal Shelter for more than nine years where she is a member of the communications team and is a shift supervisor. Jenny has also served as an adoption counselor and volunteer trainer.
Emma Garl Smith
Emma has been a shelter volunteer for more than five years, during which time she has served as kennel captain and adoption counselor. Emma is currently a legal aid attorney in the Safety and Family Practice Group at the Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services where she specializes in housing and elder financial exploitation.
Leslie Warren
Leslie has been an active volunteer for more than 20 years at various cat rescue organizations throughout the Chicago area. Most recently Leslie has been a volunteer at the Evanston Animal Shelter and is also the director of the feline foster program. Leslie is currently Associate Compliance Officer with The University of Chicago.
Dog adoption hours:
Friday 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Cat adoptions are currently by appointment only. Please view our adoptable cats and then fill out a survey to make an appointment!
Read more about how to adopt here.
2310 Oakton St.
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Here you can find information about the project's upcoming meetings, workshops, conferences and webinars – as well as the archive of past events.
The third meeting of the Policymaker Platform took place in the European Environment Agency (EEA) in Copenhagen.
COP24 Side Event: Momentum on Long-Term Climate Strategies: where we are in Europe?
On Wednesday, 12 December, ClimateRecon2050 project hosted a side-event at the COP24 to present specific examples of long-term strategies in Europe. Representatives from Estonia, Germany, and Portugal recalled highlights from their respective national processes and discuss them with the audience.
Read more about COP24 Side Event: Momentum on Long-Term Climate Strategies: where we are in Europe?
Webinar: District heating in decarbonising economies.
In the EU and in Denmark, the aim is to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and to use energy more efficiently. This webinar will present a number of key topics connected to a role that the district heating plays in achieving decarbonisation of economies and energy systems.
Read more about Webinar: District heating in decarbonising economies.
Representatives from governmental institutions from across 14 EU Member States and EU institutions, as well as policy, governance and modelling experts discussed challenges and good practices of developing long-term national climate and energy strategies.
The second Technical Dialogue meeting under the Climate Recon 2050 project took place in the Polish capital Warsaw. Participants came from 22 different institutions including ministries, government agencies, research institutes, think tanks and universities, from 11 European countries.
Article 4.19 of the Paris Agreement invites Parties to develop "long-term low greenhouse gas development strategies", and their development will soon become a separate legal obligation in the EU.


The new Motor Liability Insurance Act entered into Force on January 1 2017, renewing the previous act from 1959. The reform process began in 2004 and the end result is a clear and easily understandable act which responds to existing and future needs.
Motor liability insurance safeguards the innocent party's legal protection and compensation. The protection given by motor liability insurance in the act remains as broad as before. The obligation to insure remains but the consequences of failing to insure are now more severe. The basic compensation principles have not changed but the claims process has now been more accurately specified. The insurer has right of recourse against a third party and as a new aspect the right of recourse is also against a person that is liable under the Product Liability Act.
Partner Matti Komonen from HPP Attorneys Ltd has written an update on this matter. The update titled "New Motor Liability Insurance Act enters into force" has been published in the International Law Office´s newsletter.


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Will Rosa Parks or Eleanor Roosevelt greet you at the ATM? Images courtesy Women on 20s.
Curious what the people of New Hampshire thought of this effort, the Hippo asked around downtown Manchester.
Folks like John Fosher of Manchester like the idea.
Jordan Wood of Meredith agrees.
"It would be a good thing to see, I think," Wood said.
He'd like to see Rosa Parks on the 20.
Andrew Giroux thinks it's fine as long as it's the $20 bill.
"[Andrew Jackson was] not one of the greatest presidents, so it wouldn't be the worst thing to get rid of him. I think it would be different if you were getting rid of Washington." Giroux said.
But Shelly Roy of Raymond doesn't want to see a change.
As for who should go on the bill, Rosa Parks seems to be a popular choice.
Lina, who elected not to give her last name, is glad to see Jackson go. She said Parks was her first choice until she heard the lesser-known Wilma Mankiller was an option.
But Quinn Robinson of Manchester is wary of putting anyone with such an ominous name on the 20.
The final round of voting ends on Mother's Day, May 10. See womenon20s.org.
From Washington and Lincoln, Grant and Hamilton, the tradition in America is to depict a dead president on our money. There have been some major exceptions, like Benjamin Franklin — but, in the last century or so at least, no women, at least not on paper currency.
America is arguably unique in the English-speaking world since several commonwealth countries like Canada and Australia already depict a woman, namely Queen Elizabeth II, on their banknotes.
So why doesn't the U.S.? That's the question Sen. Jeanne Shaheen posed to the U.S. Senate floor when she presented a bill in April that would get the ball rolling for putting a woman's face on the $20 bill.
Shaheen's press secretary, Vivek Kembaiyan, said the bill would have the Treasury Department convene a citizens panel to decide which woman to place on the 20.
"Given how important it is to recognize the contributions of women to our country, … we think the $20 bill is a good way to do that, at least to start," Kembaiyan said.
He said the current portrait of President Andrew Jackson was placed on the 20 after a similar panel was convened in the 1920s to replace Grover Cleveland. And he said, traditionally, bill design goes up for review every seven to 12 years for changes.
As for which woman should be selected for the honor, current rules already stipulate the honoree can't be living. So even if Hillary Clinton becomes the first female president, she would not immediately qualify.
A campaign called Women on 20s, or W20, has been pushing for the change since it incorporated a year ago. Its executive director, Susan Stone, said online voting on a female candidate has been going on since March 1. In the first round of voting, which lasted five weeks, the field was narrowed to four candidates.
Stone said they've received about 300,000 votes so far in the second round. And one candidate, Cherokee Chief Wilma Mankiller, was added late after W20 received countless comments on social media suggesting how appropriate it would be for Mankiller to displace Andrew Jackson. Jackson was the president who signed the Indian Removal Act which lead to the Trail of Tears.
The other three finalists are first lady Eleanor Roosevelt, civil rights champion Rosa Parks and abolitionist Harriet Tubman. But no matter who wins this online election, the panel created by Shaheen's bill would start from scratch to make its selection. And Stone knows that.
"We're only making a suggestion here of who the portrait should be," Stone said.


I have a pretty accurate internal GPS. That means, when I think I know where I am going, I generally don't look at a map or have a guide (aka - my phone). Of course, that means there are times I have missed turns, gotten lost, and had to seek help (aka - my phone). Discipleship can be that way too. When we think we know where we are going, we don't necessarily seek out help or tools that can guide us. This is unfortunate, because we may just lose our way.
1 - Never accept a label in place of a story. In other words, when we are trying to assess ourselves or others, we don't want to "box" anyone into a label. Rather, each person is unique and won't quite fit into the descriptions we may try to give them. This also means, we have to get to know another person, in order to know what they need to grow in their faith life.
2 - This is a conceptual framework and most of us will not fit neatly into any one descriptive area. So, when you are working through this discipleship pathway - understand that any one person could have a spiritual marker in one column, a moral marker in another, and still another in mission. So, we can't just assign someone to a spot and think they will cover all of where they currently are.
3 - We all have to start somewhere. If after examining this pathway, you start to assign yourself further down the chart than you would like to be, don't despair. This isn't a contest. Rather, use it as a launching point to try and grow in your discipleship.
4 - Don't assume that because someone is "involved at church", prays, serves, etc. that they are already an intentional disciple. The difference between a non-disciple and a disciple is intention. Have they said "yes" to the call of Jesus? For more on what make a disciple, click here. So, you should also understand what it takes to evangelize someone, bring them to conversion, and how we make disciples in the first place.
Now, with those disclaimers out of the way, I will give you the Pathway of Discipleship. Some things to point out. First of all, merely being a disciple is not the goal. We want to help others grow in holiness, prayer, virtue, and mission. We ourselves should also have the same goal. So, the point of the pathway is to help conceptualize the vision of a disciple and what the needs are at different stages.
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I did a webinar with Ave Maria Press, discussing this pathway. You can watch it below. It spells out a lot more details and answers a lot of questions you may have.


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The Black Guardian trilogy is composed of three adventures in Peter Davison's second season as the Fifth Doctor: Mawdryn Undead, Terminus, and Enlightenment. The Doctor and his companions are separated when the Black Guardian employs Turlough to kill the Doctor; a space station called Terminus is the refuge of plague victims, dumped there by an uncaring Company, and the Doctor investigates its promises of a cure; and the White Guardian enters the Doctor in a cosmic race that must be won at all costs!
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The NFT Sale of the 'Kia Sedona' Goes Sour as the Contractor Allegedly Steals $3 Million
A sale of tokens that could be swapped for "Kia Sedona" NFTs raised $3.1 million. But a contractor for the token sale platform Miso allegedly disappeared with all of the funds.
In the fast-growing market for NFTs, there have been several swindles, frauds, and rug pulls. However, this one strikes out as a little odd.
To begin with, the NFT sale itself was unusual. The entire concept was inspired by a recent meme on crypto Twitter about the Kia Sedona automobile brand (the joke being that the Kia Sedona is a type of hard money). As a result, ten unknown persons built a funky website called "Jay Pegs Auto Mart." (It was unrelated to the automobile maker in any way.)
DONA reservation tokens were available for purchase. These could be acquired on SushiSwap's Miso token sale platform, which is run by a decentralized exchange. Out of 10,000 DONA tokens available, each could be exchanged for one 2007 Kia Sedona NFT.
And the token sale went off without a hitch. It raised $3.1 million in ether (ETH), worth 864.8. When the mysterious team of shadowy super coders (another joke) decided to use Miso, they didn't expect all of their finances to be taken away.
An unidentified contractor placed malicious code into the Miso platform, according to SushiSwap CTO Joseph Delong, changing the destination address for all incoming monies in the token sale to their address. According to Delong, the Jay Pegs Auto Mart sale was the only one affected, and all of the cash raised was stolen.
SushiSwap has urged Binance and FTX to identify the hacker by revealing their KYC information, but they have not done so, according to Delong. He added the platform had directed Stephen Palley, a partner at law firm Anderson Kill, to file a complaint with the FBI if the funds aren't recovered by 8 a.m. ET.
On the good side, the Jay Pegs Auto Mart Twitter account promised consumers that the Kia Sedona NFTs would still be distributed despite the lack of funds.
Animoca Brands, an NFT Gaming Firm, has Acquired a Majority Share in Bondly
SLAM, a Basketball Brand, Joins the NFT Platform Autograph


Switching to a new browser makes you anxious. Will it be easy to use? Will I be able to adapt? What about extensions? You spend the very first hours exploring menus and options, learning the new location of options and settings, testing if your old keyboard shortcuts are still working. Luckily, moving from Firefox to Chrome is not that difficult – there are just a few things you need to take into account.
Bookmarks are an important part of your online life. If you have a large collection of web addresses, all perfectly organized in folders and subfolders, you don't want to lose it when switching to a new browser. Chrome makes bookmark importing really easy: just click the wrench icon, select Options > Personal Stuff and click the button that says Import data from another browser.
You'll be able to import bookmarks, saved passwords and other data from any of the browsers installed on your system.
Coming from Firefox, the first thing you'll miss in Chrome is having extensions to customize the browser's appearance and behavior. Worry not: the Chrome Web Store features a large selection of browser extensions, conveniently organized in categories, so that you can tailor Chrome to your needs.
Chrome's list of extensions is in the wrench icon menu > Tools > Extensions. The list displays any extensions you have installed and includes a link to download more.
To get a new extension for Chrome, simply browse the Web Store until you find one you like, and click the Install button. Always check rating and user comments before – they can give you a pretty accurate idea of what you're about to install on your browser.
Now the only pending issue is to find equivalent Chrome extensions to the add-ons you were using in Firefox. In many cases you'll find a port of the same add-on you were using in Firefox, like AdBlock and LastPass. In some other cases, unfortunately, there'll be only a stripped down version of the original Firefox add-on – such as Firebug Lite. And in some others, you won't even need the add-on any more. In my case, for example, I used Download StatusBar in Firefox but I find that Chrome's built-in download manager is more than enough for my needs.
If you used Personas for Firefox, you'll be happy to know that Chrome also supports skins to customize the browser's appearance. Simply open the wrench icon menu, go to Options > Personal Stuff and click the Get themes link under the Themes title.
Chrome will open a new tab with a plethora of themes to add a personal touch to your browser. Themes are divided in two groups: those created by Google and those created by famous artists and fashion designers, like Dolce & Gabanna, Oscar de la Renta or Donna Karan. To install any of them, just click the Apply theme button.


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9 Unique Las Vegas Museums You Need to Visit
In Vegas, we don't ever stop at ordinary. Instead, we aim for the most extraordinary and unique experiences – and that doesn't stop at our museums. From old neon signs and pinball machines to a speakeasy in a mob museum, there's something to enjoy for everyone when it comes to Las Vegas museums! Whether you happen to be a history enthusiast or are looking to mix up your average trip to Vegas, these museums in Las Vegas are sure to leave you feeling entertained, knowledgeable, and eager to explore more unique things Las Vegas has to offer.
Burlesque Hall of Fame
The Burlesque Hall of Fame provides an inside look at the popular, and exciting, art form of burlesque. This Las Vegas museum opened in 1990 in California but moved to its current home in Las Vegas in 2006. It serves as a tribute to all elements of the art: comedy, theater, dance, music, and costumes. From its controversial debut in the 1950s to its modern-day revival, you can explore the timeline of notable burlesque events and get an up-close look at costumes through the years. There's even a "Peek a View" view master kiosk, where you can see photographs from the early days.
Discovery Children's Museum
Perfect for families visiting with children, this museum makes Vegas fun for all ages. Your kids will love the interactive experiences at the Discovery Children's Museum, which has more than 100 hands-on exhibits, several interactive stations, a huge indoor playground, and even a hurricane tunnel to add to the excitement. Kids also love the miniature Smith's grocery store area, where children can place their items in miniature shopping carts and take them to the cash register, where they'll most likely interact with an equally young cashier.
Source: Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum
Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum
If you're ready for a good scare, explore The Haunted Museum in Las Vegas, as seen on the Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures. See original collectibles from haunted sites and hear the bone-chilling stories of the paranormal activity that surrounds them. This is the go-to destination for paranormal enthusiasts and ghost hunters wanting to see pieces from the "Demon House," Dr. Kevorkian's death van, and even the Dybbuk Box. Luckily, there are plenty of bright neon lights in Vegas just in case you're afraid of the dark after visiting.
Las Vegas Natural History Museum
For those looking for a bit of history on the natural wonders of the world, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum helps visitors grow their appreciation and understanding of global life forms, past and present. From the desert to the ocean, from Nevada to Africa, from prehistoric times to the present, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum takes young and old alike on a learning adventure around the world. On top of exhibits like the Prehistoric Life Gallery and Treasures of Egypt, the Natural History Museum also has live animals and marine life.
Source: The Mob Museum
Discover all the secrets of the original gangsters in Las Vegas, including Bugsy Siegel, Tony Spilatro, "Lucky" Luciano, and Al Capone – all without getting into any kind of "trouble." The beloved Mob Museum not only invites you into the world of the bad boys but also the FBI agents who took them down. A crowd favorite memento allows you to take a mugshot in front of a police lineup backdrop. The building itself is a registered landmark as the former Las Vegas Post Office and Courthouse built in 1933, which is only fitting for telling the stories of organized crime in Las Vegas.
If you truly want to immerse yourself in the history of Las Vegas, you can stay in one of the Original 10 rooms at Golden Gate Hotel. When you purchase the Original Upgrade, you'll receive a specially designed Original 10 notepad and postcard two tickets to the Mob Museum.
National Atomic Testing Museum
In late 1991, Congress chartered the National Atomic Testing Museum, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, as the country's only official atomic museum. It houses interactive displays, short films, timelines, and real equipment from the former testing site. You'll get to learn about the Nevada Test Site that operated just 65 miles from Las Vegas from 1951 to 1992 and its impact on the Cold War. Additionally, instead of storming Area 51, stop by to enjoy the museum's Area 51 display where you can read articles of UFO sightings and test out your alien eye vision.
Source: Lonely Planet
When visiting the Las Vegas area, it's near impossible to avoid the glow of Neon. For a fun historical rundown on some of Vegas' most iconic signs, a visit to the Neon Museum in Downtown Las Vegas is a total must. The Neon Museum is a non-profit organization that focuses solely on collecting, preserving, studying, and exhibiting iconic Las Vegas signs for educational, historic, arts, and cultural enrichment. Thanks to the folks at the Neon Museum, this thread of Nevada history is being immaculately preserved and restored.
Pinball Hall of Fame
While this museum is currently in the process of relocating, the Pinball Hall of Fame has been a whimsical experience in Las Vegas for over a decade. The new plans include a nearly 27,000-square-foot arcade that will include 600 to 700 pinball machines – up from the 250 found in the previous museum. Once the new location opens in a year or so, make sure to tap into your inner gamer with the large selection of vintage pinball machines. In addition to rows and rows of pinball machines, you can also find popular arcade games for all generations.
Source: REAL BODIES: The Exhibition
REAL BODIES
It's one thing trying to keep your eyes open while reading from a boring biology book. It's another thing seeing the biological makeup of actual bodies at REAL BODIES at Bally's Las Vegas. Here you'll get the science lesson you didn't get in the classroom. See a variety of bodies up close including the heart, lungs, brain, and more, including a display of the difference between a smoker's and nonsmoker's lungs. You'll leave with a lot of knowledge and a new perspective on how your body works. Be warned, if you aren't ready to see real, dead bodies, this museum is not for the faint of heart.
As much as we love the bars, clubs, and casinos in Las Vegas, there is no denying that our city has much more to offer on top of the usual Vegas activities. Try out something new and explore the museums in Las Vegas for a totally unique and entertaining trip! While you're visiting, book a room at the D to be near all the action and close to all of the unique and exciting Las Vegas museums.


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The Other Critics Aug. 8, 2007
Suba Called 'Dazzling'; Shopsin's Called…Shopsin's
Suba, Boqueria's ambitious sister restaurant, gets two stars from Frank Bruni, who goes so far as to say "the best of the food here is distinctive and exciting. In a few instances it's even dazzling." Suba, underbuzzed and on a bad block, needed a big boost and got it. [NYT]
Randall Lane isn't impressed with the East Village Yacht Club, or for that matter Smith and Mills. Two stars out of six, and it sounds like they were lucky to get that. [TONY]
Peter Meehan's review of the new Shopsin's begins with his best lede ever: "Tolstoy had it wrong about happy families, because there are none like the Shopsins." The food, though beside the point, sounds about as good as before. [NYT]
Related: A Taste of Kenny Shopsin
Po gets its first review from Paul Adams, who seems to have eaten everything on the menu and is, generally speaking, pleased with it, even though it skews toward heaviness. But given the reputation the place still has (the original was Mario Batali's first restaurant), it sounds like it measures up, more or less. [NYS]
A new critic, Ligaya Mishan, writes the most unambivalently glowing take on 15 East yet: "A dish of handmade noodles, topped with creamy uni, is so luxuriant that it feels almost immodest to eat it in front of strangers." [NYer]
Related: 15 East Offers a 'Study in Seaweed'
Robert Sietsema, always a fan of Afro-Caribbean food, discovers a Barbadian restaurant in Brooklyn's Bajan Café, and we have to say it sounds awesome. [VV]
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east village yacht club
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SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. (AFNS) -- Airmen assigned to the 20th Operations Support Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base are getting ahead of the curve by preparing for an Air Force specialty code merger scheduled for November 2017.
Currently separated into two shops, ground radar systems and airfield systems Airmen have begun working together to meet training milestones and increase their understanding of the work their coworkers do.
The Airmen will also be aligned with their industry counterparts who perform all ground radar and airfield systems tasks under one career field.
Once the merger is complete, all technicians will be expected to have a working knowledge of how to maintain the equipment each section was previously responsible for. This includes all ground-to-air communications, navigations and weather systems, as well as the radars air traffic controllers use to guide aircraft.
Staff Sgt. Rajiv Shetty, 20th OSS ground radar systems NCO in charge, said the Airmen developed a training strategy by learning from past experiences such as the merge of the ground radio and meteorological navigation career fields. The plan outlined milestones and deadlines each team member should reach, as well as solutions for potential issues.
If a technician from either shop is called out to perform a task, their counterpart will accompany for on-the-job training, said Airman 1st Class Darricka Sides, 20th OSS airfield systems technician. This process of teaching others also helps Sides learn more and become more proficient in her job.
However, airfield systems Airmen may not have the chance to obtain hands-on training with the equipment due to the limited time radars are down for maintenance, therefore, formal training is available at Keesler AFB, Mississippi.
As they achieve their training, the 20th OSS Airmen also improve their teamwork skills.


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Google fixes problem with Apps Start page
Google has solved a problem that affected the layout and functionality of the "Start" pages of its Apps hosted collaboration and communications suite.
Juan Carlos Perez October 20, 2008
Although the bug had the potential to affect many customers, it manifested itself only in instances when Apps administrators had customized their organizations' Start page, said Rishi Chandra, Google Apps product manager.
The problem arose on Thursday afternoon (US Eastern Time) and was finally solved at around noon on Friday.
Apps administrators who reported problems in the official Apps discussion forum described what they perceived as being an erratic Start page update designed to make it look and act more like iGoogle, the company's personalized home page service for consumers.
However, Chandra said that wasn't the case, although he understands why the administrators would interpret the incident that way, since the iGoogle logo replaced company logos in affected pages. The problem was caused by a system bug that altered Start pages layouts, broke some links and interfered with some "gadget" applications, like the one for Gmail, he said.
With a permanent fix now in place, all affected Start pages should have reverted back to their normal layout and operation without any loss of data or functionality, Chandra said. Google had prematurely declared the problem solved at around 8pm on Thursday, but problem reports kept flowing in.
Google Apps is a hosted collaboration and communication suite aimed at workplace use, and its Start pages are designed as a portal main point of entry for end-users to their applications, such as Calendar and Gmail. Apps' Standard and Education versions are free, while its more sophisticated Premier edition costs $50 per user per year.
The problem was disruptive at New Hope Fellowship in Springdale, Arkansas, which uses the Apps Education edition. The church's Start page was hit intermittently by the bug between Thursday at around 2pm and noon Friday.
"Our users were trained to access their mail through the Start page. Once that didn't work, they could not access email, which is critical to our work. We had to send paper memos around on how to access the mail without going through the Start page. Very frustrating," said Josh Jenkins, New Hope Fellowship's media director and Apps administrator, in an email interview.
This wasn't the only problem New Hope Fellowship's 40 Google Apps users encountered this week. They also lost access to their email due to an unrelated and prolonged Gmail outage that hit some Apps customers this week.
Google fixes Personalised Home Page glitch Getting inside Google Apps Premium Edition


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Council of Catholic Women
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Homeless & Needy
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Are you looking to join the Catholic Church?
Do you want to receive the Sacraments of Initiation?
(either Baptism, Holy Communion or Confirmation)
Are you looking to learn more about the Catholic Church and grow deeper in your faith?
If you fit any of these, RCIA might be a good place for you to start.
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a journey in which you experience support, discovery, and fellowship. It is for any adult who is looking to start or deepen their faith journey by preparing to receive any of the Sacraments of Initiation or for anyone who is looking to learn more about their Catholic faith and grow deeper in it.
RCIA Classes at St Patrick's
Classes at St Patrick's are held on Thursday Evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm September - April.
The RCIA process has several distinct stages. These Catholic RCIA stages are a good model of faith development itself, and can be used for anyone who wants to pursue a deeper faith life and continue to grow as a Catholic Christian. We will be covering a whole range of topics focusing on Scripture and the Sacraments with a specifically Catholic lense. At the same time we will be following the four formal stages of the traditional RCIA model. These stages are as follows:
Inquiry: the initial period before you decide to enter the Catholic Church. You're asking questions and checking it out, but aren't yet ready to commit.
Catechumenate: those who decide to enter the Church and are being trained for a life in Christ are called catechumens, an ancient name from the early Church. In this stage, you're developing your faith and are being "catechized" – learning catechism, or the basic points about Catholic faith and life.
Purification and preparation: The Church will help you focus and intensify your faith as you prepare you to commit your life to Christ and be received into the Church at Easter. If you're following the RCIA process, you'll go through a beautiful series of Gospel-based meditations during Lent, which is the time frame of this period.
Initiation itself, the culmination of the whole process! You're received into the Church during the Easter Vigil Mass, where you'll receive the sacraments of initiation: baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist. (If you've already been baptized, you won't be baptized again.)
Mystagogy: after reception into the Church at Easter, this period lets you reflect and learn more about the mysteries of the Mass and the Sacraments that you now participate in fully.
Beginning this journey can be confusing and unclear as to where to start and how to proceed. Fr. Leo and the Augustine Institute with Symbolon have some practical general suggestions about how to start and or continue that journey. If this is something you would like to pursue with the St. Patrick's community please contact Meagan Milstead [email protected] to sign up for this journey.
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DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR OTHER PROVIDERS UNDER PART B OF MEDICARE
Sec. 1124A. [42 U.S.C. 1320a–3a] (a) Disclosure Required to Receive Payment.—No payment may be made under part B of title XVIII for items or services furnished by any disclosing part B provider unless such provider has provided the Secretary with full and complete information—
(1) on the identity of each person with an ownership or control interest in the provider or in any subcontractor (as defined by the Secretary in regulations) in which the provider directly or indirectly has a 5 percent or more ownership interest;
(2) with respect to any person identified under paragraph (1) or any managing employee of the provider—
(A) on the identity of any other entities providing items or services for which payment may be made under title XVIII with respect to which such person or managing employee is a person with an ownership or control interest at the time such information is supplied or at any time during the 3-year period ending on the date such information is supplied, and
(B) as to whether any penalties, assessments, or exclusions have been assessed against such person or managing employee under section 1128, 1128A, or 1128B; and
(3) including the employer identification number (assigned pursuant to section 6109 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986[46]) and social security account number (assigned under section 205(c)(2)(B)) of the disclosing part B provider and any person, managing employee, or other entity identified or described under paragraph (1) or (2).
(b) Updates to Information Supplied.—A disclosing part B provider shall notify the Secretary of any changes or updates to the information supplied under subsection (a) not later than 180 days after such changes or updates take effect.
(c) Verification.—
(1) Transmittal by hhs.—The Secretary shall transmit—
(A) to the Commissioner of Social Security information concerning each social security account number (assigned under section 205(c)(2)(B)), and
(B) to the Secretary of the Treasury information concerning each employer identification number (assigned pursuant to section 6109 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986),
supplied to the Secretary pursuant to subsection (a)(3) or section 1124(c) to the extent necessary for verification of such information in accordance with paragraph (2).
(2) Verification.—The Commissioner of Social Security and the Secretary of the Treasury shall verify the accuracy of, or correct, the information supplied by the Secretary to such official pursuant to paragraph (1), and shall report such verifications or corrections to the Secretary.
(3) Fees for verification.—The Secretary shall reimburse the Commissioner and Secretary of the Treasury, at a rate negotiated between the Secretary and such official, for the costs incurred by such official in performing the verification and correction services described in this subsection.
(d) Definitions.—for purposes of this section—
(1) the term "disclosing part B provider" means any entity receiving payment on an assignment-related basis (or, for purposes of subsection (a)(3), any entity receiving payment) for furnishing items or services for which payment may be made under part B of title XVIII, except that such term does not include an entity described in section 1124(a)(2);
(2) the term "managing employee" means, with respect to a provider, a person described in section 1126(b); and
(3) the term "person with an ownership or control interest" means, with respect to a provider—
(A) a person described in section 1124(a)(3), or
(B) a person who has one of the 5 largest direct or indirect ownership or control interests in the provider.
[46] See Vol. II, P.L. 83-591, §6109.


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Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
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The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) which was signed into law by President Biden on December 23, 2021, officially takes effect today June 21, 2022. The Act establishes a rebuttable presumption that the importation of any goods, wares, articles, and merchandise mined, produced, or manufactured wholly or in part in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China, or produced by certain entities, is prohibited by Section 307 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and that such goods, wares, articles, and merchandise are not entitled to entry to the United States. The presumption applies unless…
Mardi Gras Holiday Schedule
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Schedules & Office Closures J. W. Allen & Company Office Schedule Monday, February 28 (Lundi Gras) - Office Closing at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 01 (Mardi Gras Day) - Office Closed Normal Hours of Operation will resume on Wednesday morning, March 02 at 8:30 a.m. If you require immediate assistance during our absence, please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking Here. Ports America Terminal Schedule Monday, February 28 - 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Noon) Tuesday, March 01 - Gate & Terminal Closed Normal Hours of Operation will resume on Wednesday, March 02 New Orleans Terminal Schedule Monday,…
Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
November 26 - Thanksgiving Holiday (Office Closed) November 27 - Black Friday (Shopping Holiday ~ Office Closed) If you require immediate assistance during our absence, please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking Here.. With sincere appreciation we would like to take the opportunity to say "Thank You for your support, trust and the faith you have placed in us." From our families to yours, Happy Thanksgiving and Best Wishes for a Joyous Holiday Season The J.W. Allen Family
Hurricane Zeta ~ Operations Update
J.W. Allen & Company Operations Update Hurricane Zeta The state of Louisiana and the New Orleans metro area is anticipating adverse impacts from Hurricane Zeta starting Wednesday October 28th, continuing through the evening hours based on Zeta's current projected track. Hurricane Zeta has grown in strength overnight and is now a Category 1 hurricane with additional strengthening expected to a Category 2 storm prior to landfall anticipated. Zeta is a fast moving storm and is expected to be out of the area Wednesday evening / early Thursday morning. Landfall is expected on Wednesday afternoon at about 1:00 pm central time…
Happy 88th Birthday J.W. Allen & Co.
On August 8th, 88 years ago in 1932, J.W. Allen & Company was established in New Orleans, Louisiana with the purpose to serve and assist the growing needs of the transportation industry. "No shipment too big. No shipment too small. The customer is always right!" was the mantra of our founder, Joseph Webster Allen, then, and the spoken values remain true today. We would like to use this opportunity to say a big "thank you!" to all of our valued clients, vendors, and employees for your trust and contributions that have ultimately paved a successful path for our company over…
Memorial Day Holiday ~ 2020
Our office will be closed on Monday May 25th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Our office will reopen Tuesday morning May 26th at 8:30 a.m. If you require urgent assistance during our absence please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking Here. To our fallen soldiers, may their bravery, selflessness, and heroism be fondly remembered and honored forever. The J.W. Allen Family "Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and…
J.W. Allen & Company ~ Office Closure ~ Friday April 10, 2020
Our office will be closed on Friday April 10 (Good Friday) in observance of the Easter holiday. Our office will re-open on Monday morning April 13 at 8:30 a.m. central time resuming normal business operations. If you require assistance during our closure, please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking Here.
Making Hand Sanitizers Available to Americans
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FDA plays a critical role in protecting the United States from emerging infectious diseases, such as the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. FDA is committed to providing timely guidance to support continuity and response efforts to this pandemic. As part of these efforts, FDA published three guidance's to help meet the increased demand for hand sanitizers during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health emergency. During the COVID-19 public health emergency, entities that are not currently registered drug manufacturers can register as over-the-counter (OTC) drug manufacturers and make alcohol-based hand sanitizers, pharmacies and registered outsourcing facilities can compound certain alcohol-based…
FEMA Blocking Export of Personal Protective Equipment
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Scheduled to be published in the April 10, 2020 edition of the Federal Register, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced they will be issuing a temporary rule to allocate certain scarce or threatened materials for domestic use, so that these materials may not be exported from the United States without explicit approval by FEMA. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and FEMA issued a joint statement today discussing the need to block certain items from export. "On Friday, April 3, President Trump issued a "Memorandum on Allocating Certain Scarce or Threatened Health and Medical Resources to Domestic Use" directing…
Coronavirus Update ~ J.W. Allen & Co. Operations
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With the impact of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak being felt globally, we wanted to update you on the actions JW Allen & Co., Inc is taking to ensure business continuity. We are committed to the health and safety of our employees while continuing to offer the highest level of service to our customers. Helping our customers maintain a minimally disrupted supply chain through this dynamic global situation is our highest priority. J.W. Allen & Co., Inc. continues to closely monitor and adhere to the guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as federal, state and local health authorities. We encourage all our…
Mardi Gras Holiday
Schedules & Office Closures J. W. Allen & Company Office Schedule Monday, February 24 (Lundi Gras) - Office Closing at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 25 (Mardi Gras Day) - Office Closed Normal Hours of Operation will resume on Wednesday morning, February 26th. If you require immediate assistance during our absence, please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking Here. Ports America Terminal Schedule Monday, February 24 - 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Noon) Tuesday, February 25 - Gate & Terminal Closed Normal Hours of Operation will resume on Wednesday, February 26th New Orleans Terminal Schedule Monday, February 24…
J.W. Allen & Co. is Moving!!!
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To Our Valued Clients, Vendors and Friends, Thank You for your business and your continued working relationship with J.W. Allen & Company. We truly value and appreciate your support. We wouldn't be here without you! We would like to take this opportunity to inform you of a change in our business address. That's right folks, J.W. Allen & Company is Moving! Effective Thursday, November 21, 2019, our new location will be as follows: J.W. Allen & Company, Inc. 1000 Riverbend Drive, Suite L St. Rose, LA 70087 Please update your records with our new…
Tariffs on All Remaining Imports from China to Begin Sept. 1
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President Trump has announced that beginning Sept. 1 he will impose a 10 percent additional tariff on virtually all of the remaining $300 billion worth of goods imported from China that are not already subject to Section 301 tariffs (List 4 goods). Initial indications are that the 10 percent tariff, which would be in addition to any other applicable tariffs, will be applied on the entire list of 3,805 full and partial subheadings announced in May. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said at that time that this list covers all apparel, footwear, and manufactured textile products, among others,…
J.W. Allen Office Closure ~ July 12, 2019
It's looking like we're going to be expecting a monsoon on Friday July 12th due to Tropical Storm Barry; as a result, the J.W. Allen & Company office will be closed. All shipments have been processed as far forward as possible in the clearance process, and our staff will be working remotely monitoring communications to ensure all service needs are met! For assistance during our office closure, please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking Here. We appreciate your support and cooperation as we take these steps to ensure the safety of the J.W. Allen & Company family.…
India GSP Designation Removal ~ Effective June 04, 2019
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Proclamation to Modify the List of Beneficiary Developing Countries Under the Trade Act of 1974 Issued on: May 31, 2019 1. In Executive Order 11888 of November 24, 1975, the President designated India as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) (19 U.S.C. 2461 et seq.). 2. Pursuant to section 502(d)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the "1974 Act") (19 U.S.C. 2462(d)(1)), the President may withdraw, suspend, or limit the application of the duty-free treatment accorded under the GSP with respect to any beneficiary developing country. In taking any action under…
Memorial Day Holiday
As we recognize the Memorial Day holiday, we do so with in remembrance of the brave men and women whose sacrifices fuel our freedom. Our office will be closed on Monday May 27th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Our office will reopen Tuesday morning May 28th at 8:30 a.m. If you require urgent assistance during our absence please visit our website for emergency contact information by clicking here . "Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have ever made a difference in the world. A veteran does not have that problem." – Ronald Reagan…
USTR Proposes Additional Duty Rate on $300 Billion Worth of Chinese Products
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The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has announced a modification to the current Section 301 investigation that looks to add additional 25 percent tariff duties to approximately $300 billion worth of Chinese goods. According to the proposed modification, this new list comprises 3,805 full and partial tariff subheadings and "covers essentially all products not currently covered by action in this investigation." The proposed product list excludes pharmaceuticals, certain pharmaceutical inputs, select medical goods, rare earth materials, and critical minerals. USTR will convene a public hearing on June 17 to discuss this proposed modification. All written comments and…
This Morning's Rumor Becomes This Afternoon's Fact
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UPDATE: CHINA 301 LIST 3 TARIFF INCREASE TIED TO DATE OF EXPORT; EXCLUSION PROCESS TO BE ISSUED On May 8, 2019, the U.S. Trade Representative ("USTR") issued a Notice confirming that Chinese-origin merchandise listed on Section 301, Tranche 3, will be subject to an increased additional tariff rate of 25% ad valorem. Importantly, the change will take effect with respect to goods: entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time on May 10, 2019, and exported to the U.S. on or after May 10, 2019. Those goods have been subject…
Rumors that Trump List Three Escalation to 25% Likely Friday 12:01 AM
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In the face of massive uncertainty on the status of the US/China trade negotiations, importers should be aware that the duty rate for List 3 products could go from 10% to 25%, as early as 12:01 AM Friday. Also, a "List 4" may be announced covering the remaining products from China not yet addressed in Lists 1 – 3. A "List 4" process would be similar to the notice and comment process for Lists 1-3. The options available to minimize the List 3 impact would be: 1) pre-clear inbound goods that will arrive by Thursday night (goods must be within…
Billy App Receives the NCBFAA's Prestigious Centurion Award
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NCBFAA Centurion's (L to R): Mr. Billy App, Ms. Mary Ann Comstock - 2015 Recipient, & Mr. Harold Brauner - 2011 Recipient During its April Conference in San Antonio, Texas, the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America, Inc., (NCBFAA) honored former NCBFAA Officer and longtime Association supporter, William 'Billy' App, with the NCBFAA Centurion Award. This award recognizes the recipient's outstanding vision, leadership and dedication demonstrated during their affiliation with the NCBFAA on behalf of the international transportation logistics community. Mr. App epitomizes the very spirit of this award, which NCBFAA Past President and Senior Counselor Federico Zuniga…
Panama Canal Authority Announces Draft Restrictions Effective April 30, 2019
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As a result of dry conditions affecting the projected levels of Gatun Lake, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced that, effective April 30, 2019, the Maximum Authorized Draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax locks will be 13.41 meters (44.0 feet) Tropical Fresh Water (TFW). This is the fifth time this year the canal's administrators have had to impose ever stricter draft limits amid an unprecedented drought. Depending on the actual levels of Gatun Lake at the time, vessels arriving after April 30 with drafts over 13.41 meters (44.0 feet) TFW may be allowed to transit or may be required…
Water Resources Development Act signed into Law
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The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2018, included as Title I of the America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 (S. 3021) providing for investment in harbor, waterway, flood protection and other water infrastructure improvements throughout the country, was signed into law Tuesday October 23, 2018. The President's signature ensures a wide variety of port, harbor and waterway projects critical to U.S. economic growth, national security, and U.S. global competitiveness will move forward. WRDA 2018 authorizes at least $9 billion for Army Corps of Engineers civil works projects and Environmental Protection Agency drinking-water and sewer-overflow control programs. The bipartisan leaders of the Transportation…
U.S. Removes GSP Eligibility for Specific Imports
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U.S. importers beware: A Presidential Proclamation has been published removing some products from the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program. The list of products being removed is country-specific; the list and proclamation as published in the Federal Register can be accessed by clicking here. In citing that some imports from developing beneficiary countries previously exceeded applicable 'competitive-need' limitations as outlined under the program the U.S. took action. This change is effective and applicable to all imports entered into the U.S. on or after November 1st, 2018.
President Trump Signs Opioid Package into Law
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On Wednesday October 24, President Donald Trump signed legislation that will require the U.S. Postal Service to transmit advance electronic data to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for international shipments and will strengthen the Transportation Department's alcohol and drug testing regime for transportation workers. The package, H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, includes Synthetics Trafficking and Overdose Prevention (STOP) Act provisions that will require USPS to transmit advance electronic data to CBP on at least 70 percent of international mail arriving in the United States by Dec. 31 and on 100 percent of such mail on Dec.…
IMO's 2020 Implementation for Sulfur Cap on Fuel Remains Firm
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The International Maritime Organization's Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) declined to postpone implementation of a cap on sulfur emissions for ships at its meeting this week. The IMO requirement that takes effect on Jan. 1, 2020 will reduce the sulfur content permitted in ships' fuel oil globally to just 0.5 percent or require ships burning fuel with higher sulfur content to be equipped with scrubbers to remove sulfur from ship exhaust. Last week the MEPC also adopted a measure prohibiting vessels without scrubbers from carrying fuel containing more than 0.5 percent sulfur for use on board. This requirement will take…


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Oldham County Authorities Look Into Report of Possible Plane Crash
Update 2:23 p.m. FAA Says Nothing Has Been FoundHere's a statement from Kathleen Bergen, a Federal Aviation Administration spokeswoman: At about 11 am today, a Louisville-area resident reported that a small aircraft may have gone down near Exit 14 off I-71, near Crestwood in Oldham County, KY. The FAA notified local authorities. They conducted a search and did not find an aircraft accident.Earlier: At about 11 a.m. Sunday morning, Oldham County authorities began a search after getting multiple reports of a possible plane crash in the area.As of 2 p.m., they hadn't found anything, says an Oldham County dispatcher.Oldham authorities are searching all over the county, by land and helicopter, the dispatcher says.A Federal Aviation Administration spokeswoman could not immediately be reached for comment.We're keeping an eye on the situation and will update when more information becomes available.
Joseph Lord is the online managing editor for WFPL.
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This Mother's Day, let Mom revel in being a mom! The beautiful Mother's Pendant can be customized to include the birthstones of each child. Simply choose either the Heart Bracelet or Heart Necklace, add each child's birthstone, then add one charm like "Love," "Eternity," or "Families are Forever" for a completed Mother's Pendant.


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Ohara Hale
Art direction / Illustration / Animation / Typography / Contact
Ohara Hale is a multi-disciplinary artist and auto-didact. Born in Hollywood, Hale spent her youth in the Midwest, formative years in Los Angeles and other parts of the universe, and now lives in Montreal. She sings, writes, and performs music in Nancy Pants, Mori, Ohara, and Finel. She writes and illustrates children's books ("Pizza Doing Stuff" "L'arbre Brocoli," "Who Did It?") and comic books ("Moderne Luv," "Butts over Butts," "LOL Bananaz"). She also works as an illustrator, animator/director, voiceover actor, graphic designer and art director. Her most recent publication, "Who Did It?", a boxed set of five books about animals and insects, can be found in bookstores around the world including galleries and museums like the MOMA. Hale shares her studio with her dog, Banana, who looks like a pig and snorts like one, which is great because Hale loves pigs as much as she loves dogs, so Banana serves as a two-in-one combopet. Hale loves all creatures (including spiders and snakes even!!!!!!!).
PUBLISHED BOOKS:
L'ABC de Monsieur Pizza,Pizza Doing Stuff, Moderne Luv, L'Arbre Brocoli, the Who Did It? Series : Who Sneezed? Who Burped? Who Farted? Who Peed? Who Pooped?
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Azalea park is a thirty-three acre park containing ancient native azaleas that were growing here when Lewis and Clark wintered on the Oregon Coast in 1805-06.
Azalea Park offers active and passive recreational activities. It lies amongst several residential neighborhoods, but manages to preserve unique landscapes and open spaces. Azalea Park, however, is much more than both of those things. It is a community project that supports Brookings' claim to be "The City of Volunteers'.
The native azaleas had long been overgrown with berry vines and needed pruning. A decade ago a private Brookings resident recognized a need and started to care for the bushes. This encouraged the Department of Parks and Recreation to begin restoring the plants. This, in turn, released a flood of volunteer energy that built walkways and planting areas, cleaned up debris and planted rhododendrons and bulbs. The revitalization of this park has brought much beauty and joy to the residents of Brookings as well as to guests visiting our area.
The abundance of the native azalea bushes is a direct reflection of the care given to these very old plants by local citizens. If you are here in the springtime when the native azalea are in full bloom, you will be surprised by their beauty and fragrance. The turf is fifty year old bent grass, and there is newer ryegrass on the two combination softball/baseball/soccer fields.
Located in the park is the wonderful Capella by the Sea. This unique building offers the perfect setting for memorable events, small or large. Constructed with native wood and stone, the rustic Capella by the Sea includes views of the Chetco River, Port of Brookings Harbor and the Pacific Ocean. What an incredible addition to Azalea Park.
Other park amenities include a sand volleyball court, picnic tables, handicapped accessible restrooms and water fountains and horseshoe pits. A "Stage under the Stars" band shell hosts summer concerts, and the "Kidtown" bark groundcover play area provides younger children with a play area offering forts, bridges, slides, tires and ropes. Both the shell stage and the wonderful playground were built by volunteer power.
Every December Azalea Park is the site of "Nature's Coastal Holiday Light Show" which returns bigger and brighter each year with dazzling light displays created by the many community service groups in this friendly, "can do" town. From the middle of the month until January 1, the Park is transformed into a winter wonderland with a light show and sculpture display. The entire creative display follows a Northwest theme.
A visit to this old garden complex which is continually renewing itself, is much more than a pleasant visit for every member of your family. It is an excellent way to be in touch with, and develop a connection with another family; all those volunteers – women, men and youngsters – who built and maintain Azalea Park and recommend it to you for your pleasure.
Located on Old County Road, Azalea Park is easily reached from highway 101. Take the first road north of the Chetco River Bridge. You will see the attractive triangle of land maintained by the Brookings Garden Club. Go to the stop sign and turn left. Signs will direct you to the parking area facing onto Old County Road.


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August 12, 2019 One Guys Opinion
There's a brief sequence in which this live-action, though heavily CGI, updating of the long-running "Dora the Explorer" TV series reverts to its 2D-animation roots —the characters have a passing hallucinatory experience, thanks to some strange pink jungle vegetation. For fans of the program it will serve as a cheerily nostalgic reminder of what once was, but it's only a momentary blip in what's (despite a substantial budget) otherwise a tame kidflick not appreciably better than the sort of thing regularly made nowadays for the Disney Channel or Nickelodeon (the latter of which, of course. is one of the producers, having made the series).
The screenplay by Nicholas Stoller and Matthew Robinson begins with a prologue featuring Dora (Madelyn Miranda) at her traditional age of seven, gamboling about the Peruvian forest with her cousin and best pal Diego (Malachi Barton). Unfortunately, Diego and his parents are about to leave for Los Angeles, while Dora will be left to explore along with her blue monkey Boots and her backpack, which is a silent partner here.
Ten years elapse, and Dora's (now Isabela Moner) parents Elena and Cole (Eva Longoria and Michael Peña) decide that she should now move to L.A. for high school while they search for a legendary lost city. In California her constant good spirits and peculiar ways make her an odd duck among the other students, embarrassing Diego (Jeff Wahlberg) to no end, and her academic brilliance irritates the class mean girl Sammy (Madeleine Madden). The only student who will have anything to do with her is dweeb outcast Randy (Nicholas Coombe). This part of the picture plays like standard-issue contemporary high school fare.
The real plot kicks in when Dora, Diego, Sammy and Randy are abducted while on a field trip, locked in shipping carton and flown back to South America. Happily they are rescued at the airport by Alejandro (Eugenio Derbez), who introduces himself as a professor and friend of Dora's parents and helps them escape to the jungle. Their abductors, he explains, are trying to locate Dora's parents, who are on the verge of finding the city. They must get to them first. Luckily a CGI version of Boots shows up to help them out of scrapes along the way.
Thus begins a series of chases, escapes, and setbacks, among them episodes involving quicksand, underwater caverns, and a series of devices to protect the lost city from interlopers (as well as a major betrayal). None, however, comes across as truly dangerous or threatening; the bad-guys may glower and scowl, and the city's mystical defenders are a stern lot, but there's no real sense of menace to any of the obstacles that Dora and her companions must face and overcome.
In fact, the makers seem more interested in how the youngsters bond over the course of their journey. Sammy naturally mellows—one of those sequences involving poop that are inevitable in family movies nowadays plays a role in altering her standoffish attitude—and before it all ends she and Diego have become an item. In fact the movie closes with an ensemble dance that seems equally obligatory in such cable-ready fare: just think of "High School Musical."
The leads all seem just a bit mature for the ages of their characters, but they're a likable bunch overall, though, presumably encouraged by director James Bobin, Moner overdoes the enthusiasm. That's hardly noticeable, however, as long as Derbez is around. He mugs so ferociously, with his bugged-out eyes, wacky banter and frantic slapstick, that he's virtually a live-action cartoon figure. (Peña is a close second, though Longoria is much more reserved, as if in apology.) Speaking of which, the CGI Boots works nicely, though a similarly crafted version of the series' Swiper the fox, here a part of the villainous crew, is less engaging.
On the technical side, production designer Dan Hennah goes for a garish look that accentuates the far-from-realistic sets, and cinematographer Javier Aguirresarobe opts for bright visuals that amplify that approach. Editor Mark Everson tries hard to keep things moving, though the result might have worked better at ninety minutes rather than more than a hundred; very young kids whom parents bring along with their tween siblings, at whom the movie is really pitched, might very well get restless. The score by John Debney and Germaine Franco is insistent, to say the least.
One of the points repeated made by Dora is that she and her parents, unlike the villains she faces, are not treasure hunters who want to steal artifacts and gold for their own profit, but explorers whose motives are altruistic. In a way the movie follows suit. Nice and inoffensive, it promotes good messages of friendship and respect for the past; but like "Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase," another updating of an iconic young heroine that appeared earlier this year, its good-natured blandness will probably not be enough to start the hoped-for franchise.
It will doubtless become a staple on the various Nick channels, though.
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require 'test_helper'

describe Vines::Stream::Server::Auth do
  # disable logging for tests
  Class.new.extend(Vines::Log).log.level = Logger::FATAL

  subject      { Vines::Stream::Server::Auth.new(stream) }
  let(:stream) { MiniTest::Mock.new }

  before do
    class << stream
      attr_accessor :remote_domain
    end
    stream.remote_domain = 'wonderland.lit'
  end

  describe 'when given a valid authzid' do
    before do
      stream.expect :cert_domain_matches?, true, ['wonderland.lit']
      stream.expect :write, nil, ['<success xmlns="urn:ietf:params:xml:ns:xmpp-sasl"/>']
      stream.expect :advance, nil, [Vines::Stream::Server::FinalRestart]
      stream.expect :reset, nil
      stream.expect :authentication_mechanisms, ['EXTERNAL']
    end

    it 'passes external auth with empty authzid' do
      node = external('=')
      subject.node(node)
      stream.verify
    end

    it 'passes external auth with authzid matching from domain' do
      node = external(Base64.strict_encode64('wonderland.lit'))
      subject.node(node)
      stream.verify
    end
  end

  describe 'when given an invalid authzid' do
    before do
      stream.expect :write, nil, ['</stream:stream>']
      stream.expect :close_connection_after_writing, nil
      stream.expect :error, nil, [Vines::SaslErrors::InvalidAuthzid]
      stream.expect :authentication_mechanisms, ['EXTERNAL']
    end

    it 'fails external auth with mismatched from domain' do
      node = external(Base64.strict_encode64('verona.lit'))
      subject.node(node)
      stream.verify
    end
  end

  private

  def external(authzid)
    node(%Q{<auth xmlns="urn:ietf:params:xml:ns:xmpp-sasl" mechanism="EXTERNAL">#{authzid}</auth>})
  end
end


Dorchester Banner/Susan M. Bautz Kathy Humphries with her grandson Jace Andrews.
HURLOCK — All proceeds from the tree and wreath auction, this year a record $6,000, will benefit North Dorchester citizens. The money went to the Hurlock Police Department to purchase gifts for children and families whose names were suggested by the town's elementary school. The school provides names, ages, sizes, and wish lists.
The $300 first prize and $200 second prize were won by Kathy Humphries. Jessica Minton took a $100 3rd prize. Ms. Humphries also took first and third prizes for her decorated wreaths with second prize garnered by Susan Dukes.
This tree by Ms. Humphries, named the "Cancer Tree," won first place in this year's Hurlock Christmas tree decorating contest.
After deciding last year to create a "cancer tree" to honor her mother this year, she bought a clearance Christmas tree, stored it in her shed, and this fall entered the 2014 Hurlock Tree Decorating Contest. She covered it with silver ornaments, pink ribbons, tiny boxing gloves, bulbs and lights.
For the past year Hurlock has supported 5-year-old cancer patient Emma Ross and her family with fundraising events and love. Emma is known locally as Hurlock's Little Princess. Ms. Humphries explains, "I already knew I wanted Little Miss Emma on the tree." She added two women, who are also battling cancer, to the tree and put photographs of each in clear snowman bulbs. She created tiny, pink earmuffs around each bulb.
Passion is something this remarkable woman knows about. Her calling is caring for the terminally ill and she is passionate about it. She cared for a young woman who passed away in March and a classmate who passed away in June. "My passion is to make them as happy as I can before they leave here and I don't ask for anything in return." With her voice breaking in an attempt to contain her emotion, she says, "What I get out of it is making sure they are happy before they leave here. That's my mission.
She explains she experiences the hurt and the pain "that they do, and I go through the grieving, too. But that's okay. They need me. As soon as I know someone needs me I pack up my air bed, take it to their house and camp out day and night. I go with hospice and am there at the end. When it's over I come home." She returns to her family secure in her faith that God loves her and confident that she is fulfilling a mission set out for her many years ago.


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Q: ReferenceError: lecturerFac is not defined When I load the html page, my controller retrieves data from an API end point regarding a course. The page gets populate with the data about the course. But at the same time I want to populate part of the page with data about the lecturer of the course (their image, name , description etc ...). I pass the lecturer name to the method using the ng-init directive but I get a
ReferenceError: lecturerFac is not defined.
I am not sure but I believe the issue is the way I am calling the getLecturer() function using the ng-init directive.
What I want to happen when the page loads is have the Lecturer's details displayed on the page along with the course details.
courses.html

{{lecturer.name}}

             <

{{lecturer.description}}
  -->

{{courses.name}}

{{courses.description}}

CoursesDetailsCtrl
todoApp.controller('CoursesDetailsCtrl', ['coursesFac','lecturerFac','$scope','$stateParams', function CoursesCtrl(coursesFac, lecturerFac, $scope, $stateParams){

$scope.getLecturer = function(name){
        lecturerFac.getLecturerByName(name)
            .then(function (response) {
                $scope.lecturer = response.data;
                console.log($scope.lecturer);
            }, function (error) {
                $scope.status = 'Unable to load lecturer data: ' + error.message;
                console.log($scope.status);
            });
    };

}]);

lecturerFac
todoApp.factory('lecturerFac', ['$http', function($http) {

var urlBase = '/api/lecturer';
    var coursesFac = {};

     lecturerFac.getLecturer = function () {
        return $http.get(urlBase);
     };

    lecturerFac.getLecturerByName = function (name) {
        return $http.get(urlBase + '/' + name);
    };

    return lecturerFac;
}]);

A: todoApp.factory('lecturerFac', ['$http', function($http) {

    var urlBase = '/api/lecturer';
        var coursesFac = {};
        var service = {};
         service.getLecturer = function () {
            return $http.get(urlBase);
         };

        service.getLecturerByName = function (name) {
            return $http.get(urlBase + '/' + name);
        };

        return service;
    }]);

A: i Think the cause of this error is the lecturerFac variable is not initialize in the factory. Create an empty object call lecturerFac in the factory and return it.
todoApp.factory('lecturerFac', ['$http', function($http) {
    var urlBase = '/api/lecturer';
    var coursesFac = {};

    var lecturerFac= {};/////////////////////

    lecturerFac.getLecturer = function() {
        return $http.get(urlBase);
    };
    lecturerFac.getLecturerByName = function(name) {
        return $http.get(urlBase + '/' + name);
    };
    return lecturerFac;
}]);

Also avoid calling functions inside the ng-model. When you bind something with ng-model it must be available for both reading and writing - e.g. a property/field on an object. use ng init instead


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Music is the language of the soul. It allows us to communicate our feelings and our senses. Our music may not be the music for others. People may find music as classical, jazz or an orchestral symphony. For some, music is electronic and upbeat. But one thing is for sure, music touches our hearts and our spirits. It is our means of expressing our ideas, thoughts, and experiences. Music is very powerful.
Music started even before the existence of man and woman. The nature has rhythm and harmony. They create music. Every group of people and culture has their own distinct music. As time passes by, music evolves and becomes more extensive and complex.
According to historiographers, there are six periods of music development. These are medieval, renaissance, baroque, classical, romantic and 20th-century.
In the 21st century, technology has changed the music scene. Apart from instruments, computers and high-tech devices are used to create music. The production of music is much easier than before. Moreover, there are more opportunities for all people who want to become an artist.
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Dannii Music is a community for all music lovers, including the beginners. In this website, we provide a guide to beginners and newcomers regarding how to make it in the music industry. We aim to help you about the steps in producing your own songs, promoting your music and establishing yourself as a brand new artist.
The year 2017 is a really majestic year for music. It is the year of big album releases from some of the biggest artists. It is also the year for some fresh faces in the industry. 2017 is filled with great hits that we played thousand times on our music devices.
Despacito (Remix) is certainly the biggest pop hit of 2017. It is a single by Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi with rap by Puerto Rican rapper Daddy Yankee. In April 2017, they produced a remix with Justin Bieber which immediately topped the Billboard. Its music video (without Bieber) is viewed almost 4 billion times. It is named as Billboard's third best pop song of 2017.
Shape of You is one of the double lead singles of Ed Sheeran's comeback album Divide. It topped more than 35 charts all over the world. It also topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks. In September 2017, it became the most streamed track on Spotify, with more than 1.3 billion streams. It also sold over 27,000 combined units in the first week of release.
That's What I Like is the second single from Bruno Mars' third studio album 24k Magic which he released in January 2017. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 and has spent in the top 10 for almost thirty weeks. This single was also certified Platinum 17 times. In July 2017, the single sold almost 1.5 million copies and has 522 million audio and video streams worldwide.
HUMBLE. is the most popular hip-hop song of 2017. It is the first single off Kendrick Lamar's fourth studio album, Damn. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 and has spent in the top 10 for 15 weeks. This is Lamar's first-ever highest-charting single. Pitchfork named it as the Best New Track. Lamar's HUMBLE. also dominated the MTV Awards winning a total of 6 awards, including Video of the Year and Best Hip-Hop Song.
Look What You Made Me Do made Taylor Swift's musical comeback trending and controversial because of its notable deviation from Swift's traditional pop style and some hidden lyrics believed to be pointed towards Swift's opponents. It is the lead single off Swift's sixth studio album Reputation. Its video became the most watched within 24 hours. It also topped 15 countries and received Platinum certifications.
Bodak Yellow is a hit single from newcomer Cardi B. It was released in June 2016 as her debut single. It topped the Billboard Hot 100, making Cardi B. the first ever female rapper to top the chart since Lauryn Hill's Doo Wop (That Thing). The song features catchy beats and hooks.
What are your other favorite 2017 pop hits? Comment them down below.
Christmas is fast approaching. Probably, you have started looking for some gifts or are still brainstorming for the best gift ideas. For your friends who love music, of course, your gift should be related to music. Music-themed gifts are more personalized, making them feel super special.
Turntables are popular since the 1980s as record players. Now, turntables are becoming more advanced. DJs have been using them to produce music, EDM in particular. There are portable turntables that allow you to play music. This will be a perfect gift idea for your friend.
Vinyl records are vintage storage medium that can contain one to two songs. They are only played using a gramophone or turntables. It is the best gift idea for your friend who loves to collect vintage music-related stuff.
Another vintage stuff is a mixtape. There are available personalized doormats that are designed like mixtapes. Whenever your friend sees this mixtape doormat, he or she will be reminded of music. Plus, it is very useful.
As a music lover, your friend must have been into different concerts and musical performances. He or she must have a lot of ticket stubs. Well, give your recipient a ticket holder that can be mounted on their wall. It will remind your friend of his or her musical experiences.
You can also give a record frame to your friend. Print a copy of the album cover of your friend's favorite band or artist. Make sure you placed a digital signature on the album cover before framing them. This record frame can add aesthetics to his or her room filled with music stuff.
This gift will be great for his or her collection of music stuff. There are gramophone designed speakers available online. However, you can also do-it-yourself. All you just need is a quality speaker and your creativity.
If your friend is a fitness enthusiast or has an active lifestyle, give him or her an MP3 armband. Your friend can use this if he or she will do running or biking. The MP3 armband can hold their phones and other music devices.
Probably, headphones are a necessity to all music lovers. Instead of giving the traditional headphone, try the Bluetooth headphones. It is more convenient than wired headphones, especially to those who have an active lifestyle. There are cheap Bluetooth headphones available online.
If you cannot DIY a gramophone speaker, well, just give your friend a regular portable speaker. There are portable speakers that are designed with superheroes, sports-themed and much more. Also, make sure that the speaker has quality sound.
Lastly, for your friend that uses guitar, it is recommended to give a customized pick. There are stores that accept pick customization. You can engrave or print the picture of his or her favorite artist, movie, quote or his or her picture.
Do you have any cool gift ideas for music lovers? Share us your thoughts.


I am looking to update the bases for my seeker chariots. I have 4 chariots but they are on the old fantasy bases! Does anybody have any extra they would not mind parting with? I'd be happy to trade some something or pay for it. I believe they are the 120 x 92mm bases.


Gary With Da Tea is back and is giving us all the tea about Kandi Burruss. He mentioned that some rumors are coming out that "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," star is allegedly pregnant. Gary talked about how Kandi has allegedly spoken to the producers of Bravo about what was going on with her.
In a piece of the trailer for the new season Kandi talked about expanding the family with her daughter, Riley Burruss, but she thinks the family is fine the way it is. In 2016, Kandi and her husband, Todd Tucker welcomed their son Ace and were so happy about it. Kenya Moore and Porsha Williams are pregnant right now so we will have to wait and see if Kandi really is or not.
Nick Cannon is known for his hit show "Wild N Out," and recently announced he will get his own late night talk show. Rickey Smiley mentioned that there are no Black late night show hosts and how exciting this is. Nick will be allowed to wear his turban and will have on comedy as well as music acts. The show is set to come out next year and we're so happy for Nick Cannon.


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<?php

use PredictionIO\PredictionIOClient;

/**
 * Generate recommendations for the users
 *
 * @author jacob
 */
class TestRecommendations {

    protected $client;

    public function __construct() {
        $this->client = PredictionIOClient::factory(array('appkey' => 'SieCjyvOd3ELxPBpJ5t2tfAyaKc8wG8WwYW4oMOuFgpsGm1jLiA1L3hmq40Yid7m'));
    }

    function getRecommendations() {
        $results = array();
        for ($u = 1; $u < 10; $u++) {
            try {
                $this->client->identify($u);
                $command = $this->client->getCommand('itemrec_get_top_n', array('pio_engine' => 'rec_engine', 'pio_n' => 5));
                $rec = $this->client->execute($command);
                $results[] = $rec;
            } catch (Exception $exc) {
                echo $exc->getTraceAsString();
            }
        }
        return $results;
    }

}


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A Liberté Chérie (francês: liberdade estimada) foi uma loja maçônica fundada, em 1943, por guerrilheiros da Resistência Belga e outros prisioneiros políticos no campo de concentração de Esterwegen. Foi uma das poucas lojas maçônicas fundadas em campos de concentração nazistas durante a Segunda Guerra Mundial.

A Loja
Em , sete belgas maçôns e lutadores da resistência fundaram a loja Maçônica Loge Liberté chérie  (tradução: Loja da Querida Liberdade) dentro da Barraca 6 de Emslandlager VII (Esterwegen). O nome da loja foi derivado da La Marseillaise.

Os sete Maçôns originias da Loge Liberté Chérie eram:
Paul Hanson
Luc Somerhausen
Jean De Schrijver
Jean Sugg
Henri Story
Amédée Miclotte
Franz Rochat
Guy Hannecart

Eles posteriormente iniciaram, elevaram e exaltaram o Irmão Fernand Erauw, outro belga.

De acordo com M. Franz Bridoux, ex-prisioneiro da Barraca 6 de Esterwegen, os membros fundadores da Loge Liberté chérie foram Rochat, Sugg, Hannecart, Hanson, Somerhausen, Degueldre, and Miclotte.

De Schrijver e M. Story chegaram muito tempo depois da fundação da loja e não foram membros fundadores.

O Monumento
Um monumento, criado pelo arquiteto Jean de Salle, foi construído por Maçôns belgas e alemães em . Ele é agora parte do sítio memorial do Cemitério de Esterwegen. Wim Rutten, o grão-mestre da Federação Belga dos Direitos Humanos falou durante o ato:

 Fernand Erauw: L'odysée de Liberté Chérie, 1993 — História desta Loja
 Pierre Verhas: Liberté chérie: Une loge maçonnique dans un camp de concentration. Bruxelles, Labor, 2005, ill., 62 p.
 Franz Bridoux: La Respectable Loge Liberté Chérie au camp de concentration d'Esterwegen, Nuit et Brouillard Éditions du Grand Orient de Belgique 2009

Lojas maçónicas
Sociologia da Segunda Guerra Mundial

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