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GEMMA ARTERTON's Dangerous Game in "RUNNER RUNNER"
Gemma Arterton stars alongside Ben Affleck and Justin Timberlake in "Runner Runner" wherein her role as Rebecca Shafran is entangled in the cutthroat world of online gambling.
"Runner Runner" explores the multi-billion dollar industry of online gambling where all players are supposed to have their share, in any which way possible. Affleck takes on the role of gambling kingpin Ivan Block while Timberlake is Richie Furst, a brilliant Princeton grad student on his way to finishing his masters. Furst, in order to further finance his studies takes commissions from online gambling operators and risks playing online too for additional money. When Richie betted all of his savings and lost it to Block's operations, he soon finds out that he's been tricked. Determined to recollect his tuition money, he heads to Costa Rica to confront Block about his malicious online practices.
Soon thereafter, Richie falls for Block's associate –sophisticated COO Rebecca Shafran (Gemma Arterton) – and he embraces a world that sees all of his fantasies come to life. But Richie soon learns that Block is wanted for racketeering, extortion and bribery, and that FBI Special Agent Shavers (Anthony Mackie) is obsessed with bringing Block and his associates to justice.
"The real allure of Block's world transcends money," says director Brad Furman. It's about something far more interesting – and dangerous. "The real equation in this movie is money times power equals sex. You ask men why they want money and power, and the answer usually is: women. That's the bottom line."
The distaff representative of this world is Rebecca Shafren, Block's sharp and powerful COO, whose loyalty to Block is tested when she meets Richie. English-born Gemma Arterton portrays Rebecca. A gambling novice, Arterton nevertheless embraced the role. "I really liked the script, which I thought was clever and witty, and it portrayed a world I wanted to investigate."
"I really like Rebecca," Arterton continues. "She's almost villainous in certain ways, and she's never predictable. "Runner Runner" is about power, wealth and greed. I was intrigued by Rebecca's desire to live in this world, which is indicative of how many women believe they must act – in an almost masculine way – in order to succeed."
"When Richie arrives in Costa Rica and meets Rebecca, she is very much the business person in control; she's very tough, almost like a femme fatale," Arterton continues. "But she also enjoys having fun. She sees this sexy, young guy and thinks, 'I'll play around with him for a bit.' She finds out that he's actually quite clever and smart, and he's different from other people she knows and works with. Rebecca has a real dilemma: she covets the wealth that comes with her position, and yet also rediscovers her moral bearings through her relationship with Richie. And she begins to change her outlook on Block and her position in his empire."
A (2011) BAFTA nominee as Best Newcomer, Gemma Arterton is mostly known for the roles she played in the previously released blockbusters "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters," "Clash of the Titans," "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time," "Quantum of Solace" and "RocknRolla." She has most recently been seen in the highly anticipated "Byzantium" directed by Neil Jordan and written by Moira Buffini, in which she stars as vampire Clara opposite Saoirse Ronan. Her other film works include "Song for Marion," "Tamara Drewe," "The Disappearance of Alice Creed," "The Boat that Rocked," "Three and Out," "St. Trinians" and in the animated "A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventure" as her debut voice role.
"Runner Runner" opens September 26 in theaters nationwide from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros. Check out the trailer feature of "Runner Runner" @ 20thCenturyFoxPh/YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0-m65tn9Bc&list=PLcZs6n5iZPx_qMltrZ9_-ygryMe9EoX-5.
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The eternal time-waster. The reason I feel the need to jump up and craft something out of mason jars. The main force behind my obsession with weddings. Also, the reason I often feel like the things I create aren't really up to par.
Pinterest, in case you're new here to the internet, is a website comprised of little 'pins' that you can save to your 'boards' as a way of easily finding them again later. What started out as me finding new outfit ideas or recipes quickly turned into an obsession that now spans 34 boards (plus 5 secret boards), 122 likes, and 4,113 pins. Four thousand pins. As in, four thousand things that I saw on the internet and decided I might want to reference back to. I pin absolutely everything, even things that have literally no relevancy to my life right now. I have an entire secret board dedicated to nursery decorations, though I am sitting here at 19, unmarried, and the thought of children 5 years into the future at minimum. But, obviously I need to pin all these ideas now, lest I forget. Or, you know, come up with some ideas of my own.


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#include "master.hpp"

namespace factor
{

/* Compile a word definition with the non-optimizing compiler. Allocates memory */
void factor_vm::jit_compile_word(cell word_, cell def_, bool relocating)
{
	data_root<word> word(word_,this);
	data_root<quotation> def(def_,this);

	/* Refuse to compile this word more than once, because quot_compiled_p()
	depends on the identity of its code block */
	if(word->code && word.value() == special_objects[LAZY_JIT_COMPILE_WORD])
		return;

	code_block *compiled = jit_compile_quot(word.value(),def.value(),relocating);
	word->code = compiled;

	if(to_boolean(word->pic_def)) jit_compile_quot(word->pic_def,relocating);
	if(to_boolean(word->pic_tail_def)) jit_compile_quot(word->pic_tail_def,relocating);
}

cell factor_vm::find_all_words()
{
	return instances(WORD_TYPE);
}

void factor_vm::compile_all_words()
{
	data_root<array> words(find_all_words(),this);

	cell length = array_capacity(words.untagged());
	for(cell i = 0; i < length; i++)
	{
		data_root<word> word(array_nth(words.untagged(),i),this);

		if(!word->code || !word->code->optimized_p())
			jit_compile_word(word.value(),word->def,false);

		update_word_entry_point(word.untagged());
	}
}

word *factor_vm::allot_word(cell name_, cell vocab_, cell hashcode_)
{
	data_root<object> vocab(vocab_,this);
	data_root<object> name(name_,this);

	data_root<word> new_word(allot<word>(sizeof(word)),this);

	new_word->hashcode = hashcode_;
	new_word->vocabulary = vocab.value();
	new_word->name = name.value();
	new_word->def = special_objects[OBJ_UNDEFINED];
	new_word->props = false_object;
	new_word->counter = tag_fixnum(0);
	new_word->pic_def = false_object;
	new_word->pic_tail_def = false_object;
	new_word->subprimitive = false_object;
	new_word->profiling = NULL;
	new_word->code = NULL;

	jit_compile_word(new_word.value(),new_word->def,true);
	if(profiling_p)
	{
		code_block *profiling_block = compile_profiling_stub(new_word.value());
		new_word->profiling = profiling_block;
		initialize_code_block(new_word->profiling);
	}

	update_word_entry_point(new_word.untagged());

	return new_word.untagged();
}

/* (word) ( name vocabulary hashcode -- word ) */
void factor_vm::primitive_word()
{
	cell hashcode = ctx->pop();
	cell vocab = ctx->pop();
	cell name = ctx->pop();
	ctx->push(tag<word>(allot_word(name,vocab,hashcode)));
}

/* word-code ( word -- start end ) */
void factor_vm::primitive_word_code()
{
	data_root<word> w(ctx->pop(),this);
	w.untag_check(this);

	if(profiling_p)
	{
		ctx->push(allot_cell((cell)w->profiling->entry_point()));
		ctx->push(allot_cell((cell)w->profiling + w->profiling->size()));
	}
	else
	{
		ctx->push(allot_cell((cell)w->code->entry_point()));
		ctx->push(allot_cell((cell)w->code + w->code->size()));
	}
}

void factor_vm::update_word_entry_point(word *w)
{
	if(profiling_p && w->profiling)
		w->entry_point = w->profiling->entry_point();
	else
		w->entry_point = w->code->entry_point();
}

void factor_vm::primitive_optimized_p()
{
	word *w = untag_check<word>(ctx->peek());
	ctx->replace(tag_boolean(w->code->optimized_p()));
}

void factor_vm::primitive_wrapper()
{
	wrapper *new_wrapper = allot<wrapper>(sizeof(wrapper));
	new_wrapper->object = ctx->peek();
	ctx->replace(tag<wrapper>(new_wrapper));
}

}

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Gympie region businesses in the food and beverage, horticuture, agriculture and agritourism and tourism industries and invited to attend.
Come along and celebrate with delegates who attended Terra Madre Salone del Gusto in Turin, Italy with Slow Food Noosa. Hear their stories and be inspired about developing a food culture right here in our region.


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What is Social Enterprise?
What is the meaning and definition of social enterprise? What's the purpose of social entrepreneurship? What are the career opportunities in the field?
If you've ever wondered about these questions, Melissa L. Bradley is the perfect person to provide the answers.
Melissa is the Director, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Initiative at Kogod Business School, American University. She has been a successful serial social entrepreneur, recognized by Do Something and was a Draper Richards and Soros Fellow; she has been a professor on this topic for over 10 years.
In conversation with MBA Crytal Ball, Melissa shares insights about the concept, why it's creating a buzz, and how you can be part of it.
Meaning, purpose and examples
How would you define a Social Enterprise?
Melissa L. Bradley: While there are various definitions, I define social enterprise as the intention of a venture to become financially sustainable and generate social impacts through its operations.
It is important to note that this definition is agnostic of organizational structure. Despite popular belief, a social enterprise can be a for profit or nonprofit entity.
Second, there is an intention at the onset of operations to do good; it is part of the values of the enterprise. In addition, this definition is explicit about financial sustainability.
This does not mean that the entity has to be for profit, but it does have to have a diversified revenue stream and a plan to be sustainable over a long period of time in order to actualize the intended social impact.
Why is the concept so popular?
Melissa: Recently the interest in social enterprise is driven by three key factors.
The first is that consumers in general are more interested in making a positive difference, as the magnitude of social problems continue to grow globally. More specifically statistics show that consumers committed to healthy communities represent over $200B in consumer spending.
In addition, millennials are much more mindful of the impact they have as individuals, as well as the companies they patronize. Data shows that more than 85 percent of millennials correlate their purchasing decisions and their willingness to recommend a brand to the social good efforts a company is making.
Finally, social entrepreneurship is popular because there are now explicit organizational structures that allow a company to embed social values in the DNA of the company. The legislative push to create Benefit Corporations, and the rise of L3Cs, is allowing entrepreneurs to not just talk about making a difference but structuring their companies to explicitly pursue social goals.
What are some good examples of social entrepreneurship?
Melissa: There are many examples of social entrepreneurship globally. For enterprises that are nonprofit, examples include:
Accion – uses Microfinance to make the world more financially inclusive and provide high-quality, affordable financial services to everyone.
OneWorld Health – has been working on providing safe and effective new medicines for diseases that disproportionately affect those with resource constraints.
Kaboom – non-profit works with kids (specially those from low income families) in America and brings balanced and active play into their daily lives.
With respect to for profit or hybrid social enterprises, examples include:
VisionSpring – trains Vision Entrepreneurs to run a microfranchise and conduct vision camps and sell glasses in several villages.
Greyson Bakery – is a for-profit company that makes baked goods and brownies and uses the uses the income to help local social service initiatives in housing, health care and education.
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream – a for profit company that has an independent board of directors who are committed to its social mission, brand integrity and product quality, by providing social mission-mindful insight and guidance to ensure they are making the best ice cream possible in the best way possible.
What are the key skills in becoming a social entrepreneur?
Melissa: Since a social enterprise is a business with a heart, many of the skills are similar to a traditional business.
More specifically, you need to be a strategic thinker, understand the numbers and financial statements, have outstanding people and communication skills, and be able to execute effectively and listen to others.
With respect to successfully advancing a social mission, an entrepreneur must be culturally competent to understand the community and/or beneficiaries for whom the social impact is intended.
You also need solid analytical skills to be able to qualitatively and quantitatively track and document your social impact. Finally, you must be compassionate and exhibit empathy for all of your stakeholders.
What are the typical jobs associated with social entrepreneurship?
Melissa: Social enterprises can be large or small. The range of jobs will often vary based on sector, size and geography. The typical jobs include:
CFO or Finance Director
Technology leader
Development Officers, responsible for fundraising
Support Staff to help clients, board of directors and senior leadership
Why is social entrepreneurship relevant & important to students?
Melissa: Statistics show that younger generations are much more mindful to the pressing problems of the world. They are less concerned with making millions and more concerned with making a difference.
The world of social entrepreneurship provides a unique opportunity for MBA students to be able to do both - do good and get paid.
New and established social enterprises are rapidly expanding and recognize the need for MBA students to bring their expertise and academic training to the social sector.
The expanding world of social entrepreneurship is also permeating the private sector as major investment banks, fund managers, consumer companies and others begin to think about their impact in local communities and the environment.
The role of social entrepreneurship in academic training will be a valuable skill in many future career pursuits.
Closing thoughts on the topic
Melissa: As we see the continued increase of major social problems all over the world, the ability of one sector or a single set of organizations to make a difference will continue to diminish.
It will take all types of enterprises and all sectors - public, private and social - to be intentional about having a social impact in the world.
I believe there will be an increase in jobs in the public and private sectors for individuals who are able to develop solutions to real social problems that can be financially sustainable.
I also believe there will be a need for more social entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs around the globe, and increase the need for individuals to understand the opportunity and complexities inherent in running a financially sustainable and socially impactful business.
This article was written for MBA Crystal Ball by Sharmila Chand, a senior freelance journalist who has been writing for various national and international publications.

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Hope all had a GREAT time at Heathers Gig!
Hope everyone had a great time at Heathers gig Saturday night, hope to read about it.
Anyone up for a round of golf on saturday morning, day of the reunion?
Friday Sept 14th Downtown Wilmington.
Any Classmates From The Midwest?
On August 11 and 12, Gary will be hosting the Harmonica Workshop for kids and adults at the Riverfront Blues Festival.


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Call Number: VRC 36
Collection consists of mounted black and white and color reproductions of modern Canadian and U.S. architecture. Content varies from original photographic prints to reproductions from magazines and other published sources. Some sections have accompanying clippings folders.
Copyright has not been transferred to Yale University. Further use of this material may be subject to the copyright laws of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) or to site license or other rights management terms or conditions.
Arranged alphabetically by country. Further sub-divided by city or other location, building type and name.
65.42 Linear Feet (157 boxes)
https://hdl.handle.net/10079/fa/vrc.0036
Architecture -- Canada -- 19th century
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Is Black Swan Protection Worth the Cost?
Horizons Universa Canadian Black Swan ETF (TSX: HUT), which will provide exposure to the S&P/TSX 60 Index and an actively-managed put options strategy that will be profitable when markets experience a significant decline. The management fee is 0.95 percent plus a performance fee of 20 percent of outperformance over the S&P/TSX 60 index with high watermark.
Horizons Universa US Black Swan ETF (TSX: HUS.U), which will provide exposure to the S&P 500 index and an actively-managed options strategy. The management fee is 0.95 percent plus a performance fee of 20 percent of outperformance over the S&P 500 index with high watermark. The ETF is denominated in US dollars and does not hedge the currency exposure.
The interesting part of these ETFs is the options overlay provided by a firm called Universa, which counts Nassim Nicholas Taleb as an advisor. In his book Fooled by Randomness, Nassim Taleb defined Black Swan (the term refers to the once prevalent old world belief that all swans are white, which was proven false when black swans were discovered in Australia) as a rare event that is (1) unexpected (2) carries an extreme impact and (3) believed to be predictable in hindsight. In financial markets, a Black Swan event is one which causes a sudden and dramatic decline in stock prices such as the terrorist attacks of 9/11 or the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers.
The Black Swan ETFs aim to take advantage of a sudden decline in equity prices by purchasing out-of-the-money put options. A put option gives the investor the right but not the obligation to sell a security at a certain price within a certain period. The fund managers aim to reduce the cost of buying put options by also selling puts further out of the money. Here's an example provided by Horizons: The S&P500 index is currently trading at 1,350. The ETF will buy a put option with a strike price of 1,100 and sell a put option with a strike price of 1,000 and the net cost of the put options is $1.10.
The Black Swan ETFs can be expected to lag a long-only strategy by the net cost of the options strategy in bullish and slightly bearish markets. The ETFs are expected to outperform plain-vanilla ETFs when the monthly losses exceed 10 percent with the maximum gains accruing when equity values decline 25 percent.
There is some value in eliminating the negative fat tails in equity returns but it is unclear whether the advantage of outperformance in severe bear markets will be worth the cost of insuring the portfolio against dramatic declines at all other times. A Black Swan event is, by definition, rare, which means that most of the time the put options will expire worthless but will occasionally pay off in spades. The question facing investors will be whether the dollars earned once in a blue moon will be worth the nickels spent in option premiums and extra fees.
Bloomberg story featuring Universa, the sub-advisor to the Horizons Black Swan ETFs.
The Wall Street Journal story on the sudden popularity of Black Swan products.
The precise event (crash) the ETF is trying to make money on could make it lose a lot of money. The further out of the money puts the fund is selling the premium could easily expand @ a higher percentage rate then the closer to the money premium expands. This is more suited for markets that are not going to drop fast. @ max momentum down in crash of 1987 or 2008 I would have wanted to have sold the puts that were closer to the strike price on a market rally before the crash & bought the puts that were further out in time. An hour latter after crash low in 1987 & the max momentum point down in 2008 option premium dropped aprox 50%. So one must be fast & sell @ max momentum down. Even if option is far out of the money the prenium explodes & the farther out can explode @ a far faster rate.
These funds I think are totaly misleading & most investors have not studied option prices on puts prior to, during & after a crash such as 1987 or 2008 & have no idea of the dangers.
If you want a service to make you a lot of money in options I would consider doing the following.
Of course who knows what will be future results will be. Options use leverage so guys be carefull.
You do not want to put a lot on the table if its going to work long term a lot of money does not need to be put down to make a lot of money & if it blows up your losses are limited.
Looking at the information on these new ETFs, I got a sense of how severe a downturn in stocks markets has to be before these ETFs offer protection, but I couldn't get a sense of what the option drag is likely to be in most years.
@darren: I have no experience with options and I know my limitations, so I'm staying out of this game. However, this is a retail product and I'd like to understand how it works. Like Michael points out, it is hard to get a sense of what the option drag will cost over the years. Horizons has provided some information on how they expect the strategy to perform in the event of a drop in the markets but it looks like you are saying that the options that are short will increase in value substantially compared to the long options, thereby decreasing profits.
@Michael: I agree. I'm also not certain that drops of 20% or more are as common as outlined in the Horizons material because losses in rolling periods are not the same as losses in independent observations. I'll have to think a bit more about this though.
These are just dumb. You can't substitute for a good asset allocation plan. Own less equities if big drops are a problem.
The other problem is that if you are a long term investor and the market always comes back after a big drop – where is the benefit?
The further out of the money options can cause the investment to lose a lot of money if the market drop is fast enough. The drop has to be a goldilox drop not to fast & not to slow to make money. Fast enough so the closer to the out of money puts increase in value more then the farther out of the money puts but not so fast that the farther out of the money puts increase in value more then the closer to the money out of money puts.
CBOE website a huge amount of educational infoe can be found on options.
For some reason I forgot to mention for these products to make money not only is the speed of the drop imporantant but also the size of the drop. They can make a lot of money though but I hate to see someone buy a product like this & think they will make money in all types of crashes.
CC I will tell you how I would use options if I was a long term coach potatoe investor holding etfs which if memorary is correct is your style.
I would use spy (small contract) or spx (large contract) for most of my stock portion of portfolio (reason most liquid , goes out long time, can buy deep enough in the money, Canada has no product that works well for this style). But I would not use the underlying I would use a deep in the money leap call going out 2 years or more that the price of leap would consist of little or no premium but consisted mostly of intrinsic value. These are not for trading Bid ask spreads wide. I would purchase them when vix was low i.e., not in the Sept – Oct time period for setting up position.
This can give your postion a positive curvature market moves up in your direction you make dollar for dollar & as the market moves against you you lose less money point for point. In a crash such as 2008 the option premiums accross the board expand so you lose less money point for point as well as have less money on the table.
Warning few have the disapline to give options the respect they deserve & will get blown up by buying to many contracts. This system just reduces risk.
I wonder how much it would cost a DIY investor to set up their own downside protection using options. When buying puts on a basic portfolio, would this amount to > 0.7% of the holdings value per annum (the effective cost of this product)?
Until I see some evidence that Black Swan event frequency is high (which by definition it is not), then I would avoid such a strategy. Like buying extra insurance when you don't need it. Like Mike says, adjust your portfolio allocations to limit downside risk.
@Mike: It is interesting to think of cash/bonds as Black Swan insurance. Cash has a bit of a drag and provides rebalancing opportunities when deviations are significantly from target.
@darren: Mark Wolfinger's The Rookie's Guide to Options is on my reading list for a long time.
@Raman: I'm not tempted in trading options at all. If I were to do some tweaking, I would first look into providing value and/or small cap tilts to the portfolio.
@Sampson: I've been investigating the frequency of Black Swan events (defined somewhat arbitrarily as a 20% monthly decline in stock prices). For the S&P 500, I found that since 1950, we've had just three Black Swans: 1987, 2008 and 2009. That's quite a bit less than the once in 2 years indicated in the Horizons materials. I will probably do a story on that sometime.
@CC Options are great and worthwhile. Don't be a negative Nancy. Worst case scenario you lose your premium and your contracts expire worthless. It is important to note that no 'strategy' can help you unless it is also combined with a truly intimate knowledge of the history of the stock that you are buying the options on, or a the very least the sub-industry.
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Everyone that posts on here as well as any book written I kinda think each reader should do thier own thinking & judging to determine the truth.


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(716) 875-6500	50 Fountain Plaza
Immigration, Business, Employment and International
Nina Juncewicz, Esq. has 25 years experience in representing those internationally seeking to obtain physical access to the United States market for commercial work and/or family reunification. Her experience was developed early as an outstanding scholar for the agency formerly known as INS at the U.S/Canadian border, and later in its Buffalo District Office's litigation Department. This experience brought her first-hand knowledge of the technical nuances of complex U.S. immigration law and the government adjudication process which experience she uses for her client's benefit. She later practiced business and family Immigration in a statewide corporate law firm before opening her...
Ms. Norka M. Schell
(212) 258-0713	17 State Street
Immigration, Business, Criminal Defense and International
Golden Gate University School of Law and FACULDADE DO VALE RIO DOCE
Norka M. Schell is a passionate advocate for her clients. Ms. Schell represents U.S. companies, foreign companies and individuals in protecting their legal rights - emigration and immigration, trades, commercial, dispute resolution, import and export - though both preventive measures and, when necessary, litigation. With an J.D. and L.L.M. in International Legal Studies, Ms. Schell speaks the language of global business and has a first- hand understanding of the issues facing her clients.
Mark I. Davies
Dual qualified as a lawyer in the United States and the United Kingdom, Mark I. Davies is the Global Managing Partner and founder of Davies & Associates, LLC. Mark also Chairs the Global Business and Investor visa team and focuses his practice on EB5, L1, E2 and other business and investor visa solutions. A former General Counsel, Mark is relied on as primary counsel to major corporations, investors, non-profits and businesses of all sizes.
Mark holds a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, a law degree from a major university in the United Kingdom (UK) and an...
Deron Edward Smallcomb
Brooklyn, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
(888) 902-9285	517 Brighton Beach Ave
Brooklyn,	NY 11235
Santa Clara University, Oxford University, and Empire Law School
For the past 10 years, our practice has achieved over 10,000 approvals for our clients. Whether you are interested in marriage based immigration, asylum, a Green Card, or a business visa, we can help. We speak many languages, so call us today at (888) 902-9285 for a Free Consultation! We have offices in both California and New York, and we help clients in all 50 states and all over the world.
Matthew Borowski Esq
Buffalo, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
(716) 330-1503	4343 Union Rd
Immigration, Appeals and Criminal Defense
The first-generation son of immigrants, Matthew Borowski is a knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer. He has been featured on news media outlets including CNN, NBC, ABC, and The Buffalo News for his asylum and refugee work. Matthew is licensed in both the U.S. and Canada. He is well-versed in immigration matters including deportation defense, family and business immigration including NAFTA/TN visas and rehabilitation/waivers, federal criminal defense, and post-conviction relief. He appears before Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, USCIS, New York state courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Borowski Law is located in downtown Buffalo,...
Rogelio J. Carrasquillo
Immigration, Business, International and Securities
University of Pennsylvania Law School and Georgetown University
Roy has been providing strategic guidance and advice to clients in a variety of complex and sophisticated legal transactions for over 20 years. He advises domestic and foreign companies, multinationals, and entrepreneurs on their business activities and investment considerations in the United States and throughout Latin America, Asia, and Europe, including in cross-border transactions.
Roy assists clients in equity and debt offerings registered under U.S. securities laws, the issuance of equity and debt in global transactions not subject to the registration requirements of U.S. securities laws and with corporate governance and securities regulation matters.
Roy also advises clients on M&A transactions, joint...
Victor M. Feraru
Mineola, NY Immigration Law Lawyer
Suite 2 South
Free ConsultationImmigration, Domestic Violence, Landlord Tenant and Traffic Tickets
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Victor M. Feraru is an attorney whose childhood experiences make him a fierce advocate for others. He understands the importance of advocating for others effectively, with compassion and care. He provides creative and effective legal solutions for his clients as affordably as possible.
As a child and young man, Feraru was in over 40 foster and 3 group homes. He was later adopted. His past experiences inspire him to be the kind of advocate who goes the extra mile for his clients. He provides creative legal solutions with compassion and diligence for his clients....
John Kiritsis
New York, NY Immigration Law Lawyer with 6 years of experience
(212) 922-0005	633 Third Avenue
Free ConsultationImmigration, Business, Real Estate and Tax
Fordham University School of Law and New York Law School
John Kiritsis is a licensed Attorney and CPA (Certified Public Accountant). He is the Supervising Managing Attorney at Law Offices of Kiritsis & Associates PLLC, a New York City based law firm that provides legal services within the following practice areas: business law, real estate, tax law, criminal defense and immigration. For a free consultation you can call us 212 922 0005.
We provide a full range of legal and accounting related services throughout New York City and New Jersey.
Tudor Neagu
New York, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
(215) 356-9917	The DuMont Building
I have practiced immigration and nationality law throughout the United States, but primarily in New York. I specialize in immigration litigation for EOIR matters such as asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment, habeas corpus, deferred action, waivers and appellate work. I have obtained numerous grants both in immigration court and at the asylum office for clients from China, Haiti, South America, Africa, and Eastern Europe. I currently have the privilege of working at Wildes & Weinberg, PC, one of the most well-respected immigration firms in the United States, founded in 1960 and serving a distinguished clientèle.
I hold...
Keshab Raj Seadie
(212) 571-6002	246 W 38th St
The Law Office of Keshab Raj Seadie, PC, is a full service New York City-based immigration law firm renowned for its impressive record of obtaining immigrant and non-immigrant visas for our clients. Over the past decade, we have helped countless businesses and families understand and successfully navigate the immigration and naturalization processes. We have represented over one hundred corporations, and have successfully processed thousands of immigrant and non-immigrant petitions for their employees. In addition, we have also successfully represented thousands of individuals and families.
We work directly with both domestic and international corporations to develop individual strategies to ensure the successful...
Janet Fashakin
Richmond Hill, Queens, NY Immigration Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
(718) 441-6056	105-22 Jamaica Avenue
Richmond Hill, Queens,	NY 11590
Free ConsultationImmigration, Divorce, Family and Real Estate
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
Janet Fashakin is a seasoned attorney of over two decades, a journey that started in West Africa in 1990. She received her bachelors in law from the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria, She proceeded to receive her Masters in Law from Yeshiva University, Cardozo School of Law in New York. She obtained a doctorate degree in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University in Baltimore, USA, where her dissertation focuses on the "Challenges faced by the African American Women upon their release from Prison."
Bar Admissions: The Supreme Court of Nigeria;
The Supreme Court of...
New York, NY Immigration Law Lawyer
Immigration, Criminal Defense, Family and White Collar Crime
James Cai
(609) 937-4866	43 W 43rd St
Free ConsultationImmigration, Business, IP and Real Estate
James Cai founded SAC Attorneys, LLP after serving as in-house legal counsel for Yahoo! Inc. His practice focuses on corporate law, immigration, employment and estate planning. Mr. Cai believes in relationship lawyering and has a client-driven practice. He practices law the old fashioned way - giving each client this full attention with prompt responses, thorough research and analysis, aggressive representation and careful attention to details, in both transactional and litigation matters. As a result, most of his clients are repeat and long term clients, including individuals, small businesses, non-profit organizations and public companies. Before founding SAC Attorneys, LLP,...
Ekaterina Mouratova
(212) 203-2460	222 Broadway, 19 floor
I am a founder of The Law Firm of Ekaterina Mouratova, PLLC. The legal practice of my firm focuses on business and corporate law, immigration, securities regulations, intellectual property, and real estate transactions. I believe that qualified legal representation involves not only expertise in the subject matter and outstanding performance, but also creativity and determination to find the most beneficial procedures for my clients. Whether advising multinational companies on cross-border transactions and joint ventures, or assisting individual entrepreneurs, artists, and immigrants, I do my job in an efficient, result-oriented, expeditious and personable manner.
Mercedes Cano
Elmhurst, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
(718) 505-8506	40-26 82nd St
Elmhurst,	NY 11373
Immigration, Business, Criminal Defense and Family
The City University of New York School of Law
Mercedes S. Cano is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Mercedes S. Cano. She has extensive experience in the area of immigration law, and more specifically in matters that involve deportation, political asylum and family petitions. She has represented and obtained green cards for immigrants who have been allegedly abused by United States citizens or permanent legal residents. Ms. Cano has successfully represented immigrants in immigration courts in and out of New York State, and has filed appeals for the Board of Immigration Appeals for those in deportation proceedings. Ms. Cano is also an experienced criminal defense...
Henry Lung
Mineola, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(516) 248-8253	92 Willis Ave
Immigration, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
I am a proud graduate of St. John's University School of Law (1999). I am currently on the Alumni Board of Directors at the law school I used to attend. Prior to attending law school, I attended New York University and I was a double major in Political Science and Spanish language studies. I graduated from NYU in 1994. In addition to practicing law, I am also enrolled at Bethel Seminary of the East and someday (meaning before I get sent to an old-folks' home), I hope to obtain a Master's Degree in Divinity Studies. I...
Lawrence M. Kasen
Flushing, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
(800) 370-5810	136-20 38th Avenue
Flushing,	NY 11354
Immigration, Business and Criminal Defense
Howard University School of Law and University of New Mexico
Growing up in Newark, New Jersey, I witnessed first hand the disparate treatment of individuals based on their country of origin, race and station in life. Even before becoming an attorney, I wanted to ensure that the civil rights afforded under the United States Constitution to individuals and business entities were equally and readily available. In furtherance of this objective, I went to Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ and studied the history, religion, languages and culture of many Native American peoples throughout North America as well as cultural anthropology. Realizing that the study of law would further my...
Rachel Einbund
(212) 252-2125	118 East 28th Street, #1005
Rachel Einbund is in the business of changing people's lives for the better. When New York passed the Marriage Equality Act in 2011, Rachel was inspired to open her own law practice, recognizing an opportunity to help the LGBT community in ways that had not yet been possible. Law Office of Rachel Einbund (LORE) specializes in green card applications based on marriage and family petitions. Rachel is a strong female business owner who does great humanitarian work. She mentors law students and holds free workshops and information sessions. A graduate of NYU and New York Law School, Rachel celebrates...
Steven A. Goldstein
(212) 201-9031	800 Third Ave
Rutgers University - Camden
Mr. Goldstein is a former U.S. Immigration Prosecutor who handles all immigration matters. The firm, Pozo Goldstein, LLP serves clients in removal proceedings, family and business visa cases, employment visas, investment visas, appeals, motions and any other complex immigration related matters. Our offices are located in Miami, New York, Orlando, and West Palm Beach, Florida.
Naresh Menghraj Gehi
Queens, NY Immigration Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(718) 263-5999	118-21 Queens Blvd
Free ConsultationImmigration, Bankruptcy, Business and Family
The University of Georgia School of Law and New Law College
Naresh Gehi is too experienced Immigration attorney licences in the Eastern and Southern district of New York and Connecticut. Mr Naresh Gehi practiced in New York and Connecticut, the US Southern and Eastern District courts of New York. Attorney Gehi holds a master of laws from the University of Georgia, especially sophisticated in Immigration laws. Naresh Gehi successfully challenged many Immigration and deportation cases and helping the Immigrants to get out of the legal problems for the last 13 years in New York. Along with the other Immigration lawyers launched an Immigration law firm called Gehi & Associates. This...
David Michael Gottfried
NY, NY Immigration Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(646) 218-7553	122 E 42nd St.
NY,	NY 10168
David is a graduate of the State University of New York at Farmingdale and obtained his law degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School. He studied immigration in law school and was a two time participant in the immigration clinic. He also worked for a summer at the largest immigration firm in the country. Before joining Gottfried & Gottfried, LLP, David worked for a small personal injury firm on Long Island as a trial attorney. He is admitted to practice in the State of New York.
Presentations / Conferences
David has been...
David H. Nachman Esq.
(866) 599-3625	108 West 39th Street
8th Floor, Suite 800
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Immigration Law Offices located in Ridgewood, New Jersey, New York City, Canada.
Phone (201) 670-0006 (x100)
E-mail david_nachman@visaserve.com
David H. Nachman was born in New York and is a lifetime resident of New Jersey. Following his admission to practice, Mr. Nachman was employed for three years with one of New Jersey's largest law firms in Newark, New Jersey, in Corporate and Business Law Department. Here, Mr. Nachman engaged in the business immigration law practice and he assisted with general corporate compliance and commercial litigation.
Mr. Nachman, along with other firm attorneys, worked on such cases as Berger vs....
Amanda Brooke Shaffer
Free ConsultationImmigration, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Quinnipiac University School of Law and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Licenses: New York, New Jersey, United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Main Practice Areas: Immigration Law, Family Law, & Litigation Amanda was born and raised in New York and currently resides in the East Village with her dog Bailey. She joined The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, as a legal assistant in August 2012, and was promoted to of-counsel in November of 2012, when she was admitted to the New Jersey bar. Amanda enjoys working at The Shapiro Law Firm, LLC, because she is able to meet and engage with clients and make a real...
Svetlana Prizant
Forest Hills, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
(718) 407-0871	118-21 Queens Blvd.
Svetlana Prizant is the Managing Attorney of the firm and has personal experience in the immigration and naturalization process as an immigrant herself. Svetlana Prizant was honored with a Super Lawyer Award of 2020 and designated as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in the field of Immigration Law. In 2019, she was named one of the ten best attorneys in immigration law by The Legal Practice Magazine. In 2018 she was one of the Top Forty Under Forty Honorees by the American Society of Legal Advocates and received the client satisfaction award by the American Legal Counsel Institute.
Varvara Mariana Gokea
Immigration, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Widener University Delaware School of Law and New York Law School
I became an Attorney and Counselor at Law to guide families just like mine in the intimidating and some time convoluted judicial process. My ambition is to provide value and shape the culture in our communities for women just like me.
Monica Yanna Balyasny
Brooklyn, NY Immigration Law Attorney with 1 year of experience
Ext. 2	395 Ave. X
Immigration, Education, Estate Planning and Insurance Claims
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
Monica Balyasny is a licensed attorney in the States of Florida and New York. She is fluent in both English and Russian.
Mrs. Balyasny graduated from John Jay College with a Bachelors in Science in Criminal Justice in 2012. After graduation, she moved to South Florida to attend Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2018. While in law school, Mrs. Balyasny received her concentration in Health Law while actively participating in extracurricular activities at Nova. She was a representative for the Jewish Law Society Association and a member of the "Pulse" Health...
Batya Ehrens
(347) 961-8472	3 Columbus Circle
Batya Ehrens is a passionate advocate for immigrants, and for economic growth through the contributions and ingenuity of immigrants. She is widely published and lectures on topics including: the DREAM Act; visa options for start-ups, techies and other entrepreneurs; issues affecting physicians; E-Verify; I-9 compliance; naturalization; and grassroots advocacy. Batya Ehrens founded the Schwartz Ehrens Immigration Law in New York City . The Firm is a full-service immigration law firm serves the mobility needs of individual and corporate clients around the world. We specialize in employment and family-based U.S. immigration (green cards and visas),...
Kerry Bretz
City University of New York - Lehman College
Kerry Bretz is a former INS trial attorney and partner at Bretz & Coven. His private practice is defined by his dedication to progressive, fair immigration laws that reflect the true value immigrants bring to the United States and the original promises of the United States as a place where people can pursue life, liberty, and happiness. Kerry Bretz has played a major role in challenging the retroactive application of new immigration laws and mandatory detention. He was instrumental in winning major deportation cases such as Henderson v INS and Calcano-Martinez v INS, which cases have changed the national...
Immigration, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Immigration Attorneys in Nearby Cities
Immigration Attorneys in Nearby Counties
The Oyez Lawyer Directory contains lawyers who have claimed their profiles and are actively seeking clients. Find more Brantingham Immigration Lawyers in the Justia Legal Services and Lawyers Directory which includes profiles of more than one million lawyers licensed to practice in the United States, in addition to profiles of legal aid, pro bono and legal service organizations.


One of the most exciting programs over the last few years at RTS Charlotte is the Institute for Reformed Campus Ministry (IRCM). The IRCM is designed to equip our students for the challenges that are unique to campus ministry–and there are many. The college campus is one of the most critical battle grounds in our world today, and we are please to play a role in sending well-trained men and women to labor there.
The IRCM involves a specialized degree emphasis in campus ministry, as well as the IRCM Fellowship (a community of folks headed to campus ministry), IRCM events and lunches, and more. You can read more about it here.
While the IRCM serves a number of different campus ministries, it is no surprise that Reformed University Fellowship has become one of our biggest constituencies. Many RTS Charlotte alumni have become RUF pastors or staff over the years, and we look forward to that trend continuing in the future.
For that reason, I am pleased that this installment of the Where Are They Now? alumni series is focused on Chris Horne, class of 2012 and RUF pastor at ASU in Boone, NC. For other installments in the series, see here.
I am the Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) campus minister at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC.
I struggled with whether ministry and seminary were for me after interning with RUF after college. My wife was the one who really encouraged me that God was calling us to it. We chose RTS because it had a solid reputation, we knew several alums who recommended it and there was a generous scholarship for those who had worked with RUF. It really wasn't a difficult decision for us.
Most of the phrases that come to mind are from Dr. Bob Cara. "We want to be as balanced as the Bible is balanced" is one that has really stuck with me. RTS really stressed that everything we do in ministry is based on God's revelation in scripture and in the person & work of Jesus. Those two realities undergird all of life. Also, Dr Kelly smiling as he told us how beautiful Jesus is.
Watching God work in the hearts of students. The four years of college are some of the most formative in a person's life and I get a front row seat for what God is doing. Bringing the spiritually dead to life. Healing wounds from family, abuse and personal sin. Strengthening students to love God and His church. Sending them out into the world to serve. I get to see the Holy Spirit do miracles every day.
Losing perspective. Day in and day out can feel like sitting under a fluorescent light in a library basement (probably because that's what I'm doing right now) as you wade through peoples' lives and struggle to balance devotion to Jesus, family and students. The good news is that God is at work regardless of how I feel at the moment.
God cares deeply about the ministry of preparation you are currently in. He will bring fruit from it.
Enjoy what you are studying. The living God is the subject! Love your local church and fight for opportunities to serve there. Don't take yourself so seriously.
Filed Under: Academics & Seminary, Pastoral Ministry, Reformed Theological Seminary Tagged With: Alumni, Chris Horne, Institute for Reformed Campus Ministry, RTS Charlotte, RUF, Where are They Now?


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Paris and London put pressure on Russia over attacks in Syria
By Seamus Kearney • Updated: 03/03/2016
Despite a fragile ceasefire in force in Syria, amateur video footage uploaded to a social media website purports to show a Russian plane firing rockets over a town in the south of the country.
Russia needs to end its attacks on Syrian civilians and the moderate opposition
This as France and Britain on Thursday called on the Syrian government and its Russian ally to end attacks on Western-backed rebels.
After a joint UK-France summit, the British Prime Minister David Cameron said: "We welcome the latest truce, it could provide an opportunity to make progress at next week's peace talks.
"But these will only succeed if there's a change of behaviour by the Syrian regime and by its backers.
"That is why tomorrow, Francois (Hollande) and I, together with (German) Chancellor (Angela) Merkel, will speak with (Russian) President (Vladimir) Putin. Russia needs to end its attacks on Syrian civilians and the moderate opposition."
Other footage that has come out of Syria showed a series of artillery shells exploding close to the border with Turkey, sending a group of visiting international reporters running for cover.
German journalist Christoph Wanner, from the channel N24, told Russian television: "It was terrible, really terrible. We were filming a ruined village in the mountains.
"All of a sudden a couple of shellings … perhaps from Al-Nusra or the Turks. I'm not sure."
Russia reported more than 14 ceasefire violations in 24 hours, but the US insisted there had been no significant violations.
Syrian peace talks are due to resume on March the 9th in Geneva.
Syrian truce may be fragile, but it's allowing flow of crucial aid
'Devastating': EU student numbers in UK drop by half since Brexit
Berlin Brandenburg airport 'paralysed' as Europe hit by another day of strikes
SYRIA UNITED KINGDOM FRANCE RUSSIA


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JAMA Ophthalmology
Subscribe to the JAMA Ophthalmology journal
Inhibition of Blood-Aqueous Humor Barrier Breakdown With Diclofenac: A Fluorophotometric Study
Manus C. Kraff, MD; Donald R. Sanders, MD, PhD; Lorraine McGuigan, MD; et al Marsha Gold Raanan, MS
From the JFK Eye Institute, Chicago, Ill.
Arch Ophthalmol. 1990;108(3):380-383. doi:10.1001/archopht.1990.01070050078035
• Various doses of a new topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent, diclofenac sodium, were tested against prednisolone sodium phosphate in a randomized double-masked study to determine comparative efficacy and safety regarding the reduction of postsurgical ocular inflammation. Inflammation was assessed by measuring fluorescein leakage into the anterior chamber using f luorophotometry techniques. Increased leakage in each patient's operated-on eye compared with the unoperated-on control eye was attributed to a breakdown in the blood-aqueous barrier caused by the cataract surgery. Elimination or significant reduction of fluorescein leakage within a treatment group constituted increased efficacy in controlling inflammation. A total of 124 cases were analyzed. There were no preoperative differences among groups in fluorescein leakage. At 1 week after surgery, all three diclofenac groups had significantly less fluorescein leakage compared with the prednisolone group. Mean percent increases were 56% to 118% in diclofenac groups vs 324% in the prednisolone group. No differences among diclofenac concentrations were detected. The differences between prednisolone and diclofenac were also present, although of lesser magnitude, at 3 weeks. This demonstration of increased efficacy of the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent vs prednisolone is promising given the known side effects of ocular steroids.
Kraff MC, Sanders DR, McGuigan L, Raanan MG. Inhibition of Blood-Aqueous Humor Barrier Breakdown With Diclofenac: A Fluorophotometric Study. Arch Ophthalmol. 1990;108(3):380–383. doi:10.1001/archopht.1990.01070050078035
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Q: Einstein Recommendations with Local pricing Reference Post: Einstein localized recommendations not working
According to the reference post, Do we just have to add locale_fr-FR_RegularPriceDisplay & locale_fr-FR_SalesPriceDisplay in the Product feed data extension? If yes, Should we use 'locale' data type for the same?
Also, we get product feed file on daily basis on FTP, should it be also updated with those field?

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Charm School, The Creaky Joint, and Lithrinn! Three new card previews!
We saw The Wilds yesterday.
Today, let's take a look at some other notable locations in Di'Ahla's Awakening!
First up, Lyscilla's practice room, "Charm School," in House Goan!
Next, a popular pub in the Lower District, The Creaky Joint!
And finally, far to the north, the streets of Lithrinn!
Hm, who's that trio going window shopping?
Oh my goodness, Lithrinn is such a beautiful card. I can hardly wait to get my hands on it.
I can't wait to see these new havens in action.
Getting off topic for a while. The Winter big packs are amazing.
Always love for the Audi/Jamlin sexytimes.
The trio there is Master Leavan, his partner and their slave. Some of you might recognize his partner from an early spoiler I did~!
Oh god, Soll Vosin's back! Now I just need to see Tir Konai and I'll be happy.
And yeah, who IS that trio of shoppers?
I love the new arts these received.
i've got enough creaky joints as is, i don't need a card version as well.
I so love the locations. The art and the abilities behind it.
The art for Lithrinn is beautiful.
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David Wallace, Jr.
Wednesday, June 14. 2017
David Wallace, Jr., age 57, died on May 29, 2017. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2017, at Neeman-Matthew's in Abbeville with internment at Mt. Zuma Baptist Church, Cortes Cemetery. Pastor Bobby L. Davis officiated.
Mr. Wallace was a member of Mt. Zuma Baptist Church and Lord's Holy House of Righteousness and was employed by two or more bread companies as a sales representative. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Wallace was preceded in death by his mother, Mable Wallace, his father, David Wallace, Sr. and one sister, Abricella Rutland.
Survivors include his wife, Linda Wallace; two sons, Trayvis D. (Thea Wanda) Wallace and Tavoris Wallace; one daughter, Quanesha Wallace; four sisters, Carol E. Copeland and Louise Barrett of Cleveland, Ohio and Roberta (Calvert) Pettigrew and Johnnie Mae (Henry L.) Singleton of Macon; four brothers, Bobby (Bernardina) Wallace of Augusta, Eugene Wallace of Forsyth, Wesley (Margaret) James of Musella and Luther (Johnnie Mae) Walker of Macon and two aunts, Christine Buckner of Forsyth and Susie Rutland of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.
Pallbearers included Eddie Aver, Brad Brownlee, Josh Barfield, Eddie Bullington, Jim Christian and Boris Gibson.
Rollins Funeral Home of Eastman is in charge of arrangements.


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Q: GET from DataBase just one thing im trying to get just The ride(one) from the ManyToMany relation from the passenger route.
Here are the models
class Route(models.Model):
    """
   Route model for Retrive a Route M FROM GOOGLE API
    """
    user = models.ForeignKey(User, related_name='route')
    car = models.ForeignKey(Car, related_name='car', null = True, default= None)
    status = models.BooleanField(default = True)
    on_ride = models.BooleanField(default = False)

class Ride(models.Model):
    """
    Ride model for manage the optimized Route
    """
    seats_available = models.PositiveSmallIntegerField(default = 0)
    d_route = models.ForeignKey(Route, related_name= 'd_route')
    p_route =  models.ManyToManyField(Route, related_name= 'p_route',blank = True)

This is my view if i sent a d_route(Driver Route) ID i can retrieve the Ride  but if i try with a p_route(Passenger Route) the server returns Ride matching query does not exist.
This is the View
  class RideOrRoute(APIView):
    # authentication_classes = (TokenAuthentication,)
    permission_classes = ()  # (IsAuthenticated,)

    def get(self, request, route_id):

        route = Route.objects.get(id = route_id)

        try:
            ride= Ride.objects.get(d_route = route)
            serialized_data = {'id': ride.id ,'geocoded_waypoints': json.loads(ride.geocoded_waypoints), 'routes': json.loads(ride.routes) }
            return Response(serialized_data, status= status.HTTP_200_OK)
        except:
            try:
                ride = Ride.objects.get(p_route = route.id)
                serialized_data = {'id': ride.id ,'geocodedwaypoints': json.loads(ride.geocoded_waypoints), 'routes': json.loads(ride.routes) }
                return Response(serialized_data, status= status.HTTP_200_OK)
            except:
                serialized_data= {'id': route.id ,'geocoded_waypoints': json.loads(route.geocoded_waypoints), 'routes': json.loads(route.routes) } #json.loads(request_data.read()) })
        return Response(serialized_data, status=status.HTTP_200_OK)

notice if The driver doesn't have a ride yet i retrieve the route information only

A: I think you have an error in your code.
Try changing
ride = Ride.objects.get(p_route = route.id)

to
ride = Ride.objects.get(p_route = route)


Aussie homeware brand Sage x Clare have recently launched their newest collection, Terra, and it's more of the same 70's-feel-good feels and colour folk party. Wishlisted piece: this rainbow bath mat.
See the whole Terra collection here.
Spotted and loved the work of Turkish potter Zehra Balci (@maitoinenhome) – especially her latte-glass style ceramic coffee cups. Buy online here.
A new outpost for Melbourne Gelateria Piccolina. The St.Kilda space was designed again by Hecker Guthrie.
These incredible images are actually huge photographic prints by Australian photographer Stuart Cantor. They come in various XXL sizes (up to almost 2 metres wide!) framed or unframed. I'd pick a print from Stuart's newest Amalfi Forever series – capturing the iconic beach clubs of the Amalfi Coast – for my wall, but his Venice series is also incredible.
Every. Single. Thing. from the S/S18-19 Collection from Shjark.
Pictured is my fave piece, the Fabian Top in Jute.
Pebble earrings (handmade from clay and brass) from NZ maker Along Came Wolfe.
Everything she puts up sells out within a day – so I'm hanging out for her next drop.
From the holy. freakin. incredible. files – the new Paramount House Hotel in Sydney. An old Paramount Pictures building (and film storage warehouse), transformed into a small design-lead hotel. The visionary founders (who are also behind some of Sydney's best cafes) tasked Breathe Architecture with turning the old industrial space into 29 guest suites.
thick linen shower curtains and steel-framed glass walls.
Love the hotel robes (the pink type on the back says HOUSE) . Toiletries are by Aesop.
As if the interior design weren't enough to convince you to stay, there's a green grocer, coffee house, arthouse cinema and more on site, incense available at the front desk, mini bars stocked with Australian-made Negroni cocktails and local cheeses, and if you don't want to be disturbed, you put a sign on your door that states: "This Is How We Chill From '93 Till…" Um, it's like they made this place for me. Book a stay at Paramount House Hotel here, and definitely follow the hotel on Insta. On my travel wishlist now for sure.
I want one of these Steele canvas baskets from Mur.
Lenny cafe in Melbourne, designed by Golden (interior design duo Kylie Dorotic and Alicia McKimm).
Extra appreciation for the hand-painted artwork that runs down the length of the space.
Ro Skin store and treatment rooms – places like this can take all my money. That wall shelving system with its rattan panels is especially beautiful.


This 1h seminar is hosted by Melbourne Water, and is part of a regular lunchtime 'research seminar' series. There are only limited spots available for external stakeholders, so get in quick and register now.
The Murray River has a long history of extensive blue green algae blooms. The 2015/16 bloom ‒ affecting a large section of the Murray River along the New South Wales-Victoria border ‒ is of particular interest as it is dominated by a species normally associated with warmer climates. That is, it may be a spectacular example of a blue green alga increasing its geographic range in response to a warming climate.
High-throughput and low-cost technology developed with the support of Melbourne Water is being trialled by a Melbourne Water-sponsored PhD student to rapidly quantify the potential of the current Murray River bloom to produce toxins harmful to humans and wildlife.
Associate Professor Aaron Jex (University of Melbourne & Walter Eliza Hall Research Institute) will talk about this research, whilst an overview of Melbourne Water's blue green algae research will be presented by Dr Nick Crosbie.


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Priyanka Chopra common a new print from a sets of The Sky Is Pink.
Priyanka Chopra has common a initial print from a sets of her arriving Bollywood project, The Sky Is Pink. In a photo, we see a star expel posing together for a selfie. Apart from Priyanka, a Shonali Bose directorial will also underline Farhan Akhtar, Dangal celebrity Zaira Wasim and Hichki star Rohit Saraf. The fire has begun in London.
The Sky Is Pink revolves around Aisha Chaudhary, who became a motivational orator after being diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis during a age of 13. While Zaira Wasim will be essaying a purpose of Aisha, Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar will play her relatives in a movie.
The film has been created by Margarita with a Straw celebrity Shonali Bose and a dialogues have been penned by Piku author Juhi Chaturvedi.
The Sky is Pink outlines initial Bollywood plan of Priyanka Chopra in final dual years.
Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur strikes a poise with Shonali Bose.
The Shonali Bose directorial outlines Priyanka's initial Hindi film plan in final dual years. She final seemed in Jai Gangaajal and done a special coming in Purple Pebble Picture's lass plan Ventilator. Her quip in Bollywood was ostensible to be with Salman Khan starrer Bharat. However, she walked out of a plan citing personal reasons.


Why cell phone battery explosion? How to avoid?
1, The battery protection circuit is defective or unprotected: This happens in removable cell phone, many users like to buy relatively inexpensive non-original battery, and these batteries in order to squeeze the maximum profits, usually cut corners, the battery itself, the protection circuit prone to problems, there batteries Expansion of the situation. For lithium-ion batteries, batteries expanded to a certain extent, the battery will explode.
2, Charger performance is poor: Because the charger battery problems caused by the situation should be the most common, in many cases, the user may not be very concerned about the choice of mobile phone charger, often with a portable charger to charge. These chargers may be street selling cheap chargers, there is no perfect protection circuit system, it may be home flat product charger, the charging current is likely to be relatively large, occasional charging problem is not, but if the long time Use, it is likely the case of battery expansion.
In particular, some users like to play while charging, so that the phone for a long time in a high temperature environment, continuous charging under high temperature will lead to side effects of electrolyte, a long time to do so will seriously affect the battery life and expansion problems It is very easy to appear.
3, Phone is not used for a long time: If the phone is not used for a long time, the battery will be the expansion of the problem, this is because the long-term storage battery, the voltage will drop below 2V, the internal chemical reactions, leading to lithium battery gas drum, which is a lot of friends in the dismantling of the old phone When the general will find the reasons for mobile phone battery drum package. So if you want to long-term storage battery, the most tricky way is to periodically charge it to half-charge state.
1,Usually, we use the lithium-ion battery and lithium-ion polymer lithium-ion battery two, the former no electrolyte, the problem is the first expansion, breaking the shell will fire, not a sudden explosion, a certain early warning, relatively safe. We can choose the case, try to buy this battery.
2, For the user, the daily charge is best to use mobile phone direct charging (even if the battery removable), and the use of original charger for charging. Try to avoid using a third party charger, or universal charge (for removable batteries).
3, If the phone suddenly a serious heat and heat the case of the battery, please immediately away from the phone body to avoid physical harm.


This is the story of Zipple, a frog warrior who must collect the objects scattered in his world of mazes and then bring them into the homes of her village. To pass each level you have to transport a certain number of objects (scattered in the maze) in the houses of the village. All that by running, jumping and killing enemies. There are various types of enemies of various species, and there are movable obstacles and bonuses falling from the sky. You can also kill enemies by jumping on them.
When you run you activate the God Mode which can kill enemies, but you can not shoot. If a magic item falls into the void, it will be Game Over! To catch the "magic boxes" just touch it to activate the elastic to the protagonist; then you have to drag these objects (with the label "TAKE") in the houses of the village (label "HOME"). The tents with label "DANGER" are the enemy bases.
3D dungeon maps! - Each maze is in 3D with ramps, descents and random climbs.
Enemies - Enemies follow the main character by moving and jumping. There are four enemy types, with different characteristics and speed.
Obstacles - With advancing levels will appear obstacles (rocks, etc.) which will hinder the journey of the protagonist. These obstacles can be moved and placed wherever you want.
Unlimited levels - The game is practically infinite, the number of levels is unlimited and therefore the real challenge is to make as many points as possible to become a legend.
Multiple game modes - You can select various game options, including the camera, game difficulty levels, the number of enemies and their speed. All this to offer an even richer gameplay.
Full game statistics - The game saves the complete statistics of the game in progress, including the score, time played, enemies destroyed, blocks filled, jumps, levels completed, levels failed etc. In this way, lovers of statistics will have even more pleasure in playing.
Full game rankings - The game will store up to 100 high scores with its partial statistics. This will make real the challenge to become a legend !!
Full procedural generation, exploration and discovery - Each level is generated procedurally with the algorithm of construction of random 'Dungeon'. Even the main character, enemies, blocks and everything are placed and constructed randomly. In this way, the game is always unpredictable and dynamics are always unknown.
Fight and strategy - In each level there are the bases from which the enemies will appear. These enemies will follow you to kill you. This way to overcome the levels you'll also face fierce fighting from enemy waves.
Incremental difficulty - With the advancement in the levels, these become ever larger and increasingly difficult mazes. It also increases the number of enemies and the number of blocks present and to save. In this way, with the advancement in the game becomes more difficult and challenging to become a legend!


Working to meet Indiana's new opioid CME requirement for physicians licensed to prescribe controlled substances just got easier. ISMA is proud and excited to offer the new "ISMA Online" mobile app, developed through a grant from the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation to the Indiana Medical Foundation.
"ISMA Online" makes mandatory continuing medical education on opioid prescribing and abuse free and accessible to all Indiana physicians. The app is part of ISMA's comprehensive program to educate physicians about the opioid crisis using innovative technology. We look forward to providing other high-quality CME through the app in the future.
Upon download of the app, you will need to create an account by completing the one-time registration form, setting up your profile and user password.
An email will be sent to you from the ProLearn system. Please confirm your account by following the activation link in the site registration email.
Check your spam or junk folder for the email from accountconfirm@isma.prolearn.io.
If you don't see the email in your spam or junk folder, your I.T. team may be blocking the email before it gets to you. Please contact your I.T. resource to see if they can add *@isma.prolearn.io to your safe senders list (whitelist) in your email system.
If possible, use your personal email account.
If you have followed steps 3 through 5 without success, please contact us at usersupport@prolearn.io.
Once you have successfully completed an activity, you will receive an email from notifications@prolearnsystem.prolearn.io containing confirmation of completion and your CME certificate.
Each opioid series course counts toward meeting Indiana's requirement that all Controlled Substances Registration (CSR) holders complete two hours of CME on opioid prescribing or abuse before they can obtain or renew a CSR.
You do not need to submit CME certificates of completion to the MLB. Instead, you will be asked to attest on your CSR application or renewal application that you have met the requirement. The MLB will audit up to 10 percent of licensees to ensure compliance, so you should retain certificates of completion for three years from your license or renewal date.
Select your mobile platform below to view an instructional video on how to access the "ISMA Online" app.
The site registration email you receive contains an activation link. If you do not follow the link to activate your account within 36 hours, the link expires, and you must re-register for ProLearn.
Mobile app users may reset their password by clicking on "I can't access my account" just below the sign-in button for existing users. You will receive an email to reset your password.
Can I skip ahead through the course video?
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You may skip ahead through the course video; however, if you do, the test questions will not appear. You will be required to return to where you left off to complete the course for credit.
If you need to stop viewing the course midstream, you may return to finish it later. Your course catalog will list courses in progress, along with the percentage completed.
Can I reprint my CME certificate?
Yes. Go to "My Courses: Completed," and click the "Certificate" button. You will have the option to immediately print the certificate ("ISMA Standard") or email a copy to yourself ("Email Certificates").


To find our gallery, turn right as you enter the store; the gallery is located on the right hand side of the upholstery floor. The Alan Ward store in Shrewsbury has a huge selection of sofas and chairs, dining ranges, beds and mattresses and the largest carpet department in the area. They also have a café located on the first floor and a giftware shop on the ground floor.
You'll find us upstairs on the second floor.
Helen, Paulina and Kieron would love to welcome you to The Lounge Co. Chiswick.
You can get to the store in a variety of ways: By tube, the nearest stations are Turnham Green and Stamford Brook, both only a 5 minute walk from the store. The closest overground train stations are Gunnersbury, Chiswick or Kew Bridge. The store is about a 20 minute walk, or a short bus ride, from any of these stations. The bus services that will drop you off near to The Lounge Co. are 27, 237,267, H91, 391 or E3. If you'd prefer to drive, you'll find parking meters on Chiswick High Road and in surrounding side streets. In certain roads off Chiswick Lane (including Ashbourne Grove and Balfern Grove) there are free parking zones between 12.30pm - 4.30pm, and there's free parking on a Sunday.
To find our gallery go to the first floor, which can be easily accessed by stairs or a lift, and the gallery is conveniently situated near the Balcony Café! David Phipp House Furnisher is situated 6 miles north of Bournemouth in Ferndown, Dorset where they have been trading for over 44 years. One of the South's largest leading Independent Furniture Retailers the showrooms are still proudly owned by David & Anne Phipp and their two daughters, Susie & Sarah. Over the 44 years, the showroom has grown into one of the most prestigious in the South with over 30,000 sq feet, offering traditional and contemporary furniture including beds and bedroom collections. Top leading manufacturers are on display including, Duresta, Parker Knoll, Ercol, G-Plan, Stressless, Hartmann, Vi-Spring, Tempur and Somnus.
You'll find us upstairs on the second floor. Fenwick Newcastle first opened in 1882 and soon became one of Britain's leading department stores. Today, it offers everything from food to fashion over five floors of an iconic building in Newcastle city centre.
To find our gallery, please head up the stairs, lift or escalator to the 2nd floor, where it is located near the carpet and rug department. The main Jarrold store on London Street is regarded as the region's favourite independent department store and is one of the most renowned landmarks in Norfolk. Jarrold also has several other stores around Norwich and Norfolk, and has been a part of Norfolk life for over 200 years.
Our gallery is located upstairs at the St Austell showrooms, they have just completed work on fitting a new ceiling and lighting to create a bright, spacious area. They have customer parking right outside of the showroom with level access and a customer lift. The showroom is located beside the A390 road, at the traffic lights between the Holmbush Inn and Pine Lodge Gardens, turn into Bucklers Lane, then right into Manfield Way, which runs parallel to the A390. Beside the A390 road. At the traffic lights between Holmbush Inn and Pine Lodge Gardens, turn into Bucklers Lane, then right into Manfield Way, which runs parallel to the A390. 21,500 sq ft showroom with customer parking, level access and lift. Open 9.30 am to 5 pm. Open Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays 12 noon to 4 pm. The wide choice of sofas, beds and furniture is backed by an excellent carpet department and our largest display of curtain fabrics. Designer Sarah will be happy to guide you in your choice and help make your dream room come true.
To find the gallery, please turn right on entering the store, down the ramp and then left into the main furniture area. The gallery can be found on the left towards the rear of the store. Leekes is an award winning family business which has been helping customers to create beautiful homes since 1897. Delivering inspirational design options Leekes offer the perfect solution whether you're looking to complete a home improvement project or add the finishing touches to your home.
Our gallery is located on the 1st floor of Hall 2, please turn right and up the stairs on entering the store. Established in the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside of Aylesbury in 1898, Lucas Furniture is a family run store conveniently located just off the A41 Bicester Road. This family store has built a reputation renowned for providing high quality furniture for great value and housing many of the leading brands. Serving families for 118 years, Lucas is a well-known and trusted business in the area with a proud heritage which ensures a commitment to continuing a quality service offering expert advice and exceptional choice of truly fine furniture.
In Morleys, Tooting you can discover the extensive range of beautifully designed upholstery from a range of brands. From modern styles to sumptious comfort, we have everything you need to make your house a home.
Our gallery can be located in the Studio Building on the middle floor. Please head up the stairs or lift, follow the floor round to the right, you'll find the gallery located at the end. Ponsford has a stunning showroom displaying the finest in furniture, furnishings, flooring and rugs. As well as the great range of products there is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere with highly knowledgeable sales advisors. The store has two distinctive sides 'Classic' and 'Studio' connected by the overhead 'Jubilee Bridge'. The 'Studio' was constructed in 2003 and is home to the Meeting Point Cafe, the perfect place to relax with a coffee and discuss your purchases.
Located at the foot of the Ochil Hills, we're in a truly unique location that's less than an hour from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth. For over 35 years our flagship store has been constantly evolving to offer new products and services to our customers, with the largest selection of furniture in the country but also departments offering interior design, flooring, home accessories, garden centre, lighting, food hall, cook shop and clothing. After you've experienced all we have to offer for your home, why not relax and enjoy a drink, snack or sit-down meal at our Mill Cafe or Butterfly Restaurant.
To find our gallery, please turn left into hall two as you enter the store. Conveniently located just off the M74 (Junction 2A) the London Road store offers plenty of free parking in the customer park. The huge store offers everything for the home including decorative accessories, cookware, lighting, linens and soft furnishings, plus full flooring and interior design departments and why not visit the in-store Cobbs cafe for a drink, snack or sit-down meal.
To find our gallery, carry straight on from the entrance and up the stairs to the right. The gallery is located on the 1st floor. As one of the oldest furniture retail businesses in the Northwest you really can feel at home with Stokers, it has always been family run and is currently in the care of the fourth generation. With a large purpose built showroom in Chester, Stokers are the destination of choice when looking for quality fine furnishings for your home. Stokers€™ proud heritage ensures a commitment to continuing a quality service offering expert advice and exceptional choice of truly fine furniture.
Our gallery can be found on the 2nd floor alongside our flooring and curtain department. Vale Furnishers' store is a purpose built, 4 storey building. The showroom is focused around a much more traditional offering but has some modern, contemporary and classic furniture too. This helps keep our customers happy and gives them a huge variety to choose from over our 36,000 sq ft of showroom space!


Corporal Jason Root enlisted in Company "I", 4th Wisconsin Volunteer Cavalry on December 29, 1863 at Tomah, Monroe County, Wisconsin. He was recruited by Sergt D.A. Kenyon and enlisted for 3 years. He was mustered January 20, 1864 at Madison, Wisconsin.
He was 18 years old, single, had hazel eyes, sandy hair, a light complexion, was 5' 5" and was a Farmer. He was from Tomah, Wisconsin.
He arrived as a "recruit from Depot" on February 27, 1864 at Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In July, 1864 he was detached for duty at Colonel Davis' headquarters.
On August 23,1865 he was transferred to Company "A". From November, 1865 to February, 1866 he was with the Post Commissary. He was promoted to Corporal sometime in 1866 and was mustered out with his Company on May 28, 1866.


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Outlaw Nation New Release!
The Big Easy's Outlaw Nation are set to unleash a new record titled Butterin' Up & Aces High on May 1, 2012. Selfish DIY Records are sponsoring the release of the outlaw's 8th record, which is said to blend ingredients of alternative, roots, Americana, and of course the soul-filled sounds of New Orleans.
Outlaw Nation's "Gutter Reggae Soul" undoubtedly reflects the cultural significances in New Orleans-style music. The unique jumble of reggae, ska, and alternative rock has been the prescription for success as the members of Outlaw Nation have been writing and performing music for nearly 12 years together. In 2012, Outlaw Nation will be performing at the annual 311 Caribbean Cruise along with many other big names.
On March 8, the outlaws will share the first single from the record titled "Let Loose". It will be available for free download at the Outlaw Nation Website at 10 AM ET.
Here's what Christian Simeon of Outlaw Nation had to say about the new album:
"We are embarking on a new path and journey of the creative process with this new record, we are super excited about the possibilities and avenues that we get to travel down as this new album unfolds."
Outlaw Nation Links:
Outlaw Nation Website
Outlaw Nation Reverb Nation
Outlaw Nation Facebook
Article By: Matt Emodi


Get a one-year Dashlane Premium subscription for free!
From the Cheapskate: Finally, a deal on my favorite password manager -- and an unbeatable deal at that. Plus: the ultimate outdoor accessory?
Cheeps, I'm super-excited today. For as long as I can remember, I've stressed the importance of using a password manager, and I've shared lots of great deals on some solid products.
However, I've never been able to land my favorite password manager, the one I use daily and find utterly indispensable. It has been my brass ring, my holy grail. I even reached out to the company a while back, said, "Let me bring you my flock!" And was met with a polite, "No, thank you."
But the gang at AppSumo, a really cool and unique deal site, accomplished what I could not: They corralled a one-year Dashlane Premium subscription for free. Regular price: $39.99.
Needless to say (but I'll say it anyway), this is for new users only. Paid-up subscribers like me can't just tack on another year at no charge. But if you're already using Dashlane Free, this is your chance to "go pro" for a full 12 months.
The interface: Dashlane's desktop utility is polished and easy to navigate. Others I've tried...not so much.
Security score: After importing your existing passwords, Dashlane will give you a "security score" and point out weak (and/or repeated) passwords that need changing.
Automatic password changing: Don't have time to change all your weak passwords? Dashlane can do it for you. This is exactly as awesome as it sounds.
Emergency contacts: What happens if you get hit by a bus? Dashlane allows you to specify emergency contacts (partner, colleague and so on) who can access your passwords.
Sorry if this sounds like unabashed gushing, but Dashlane has truly been a life-changing product for me. It has taken the hassle out of password management and vastly improved my online security. Is it expensive, especially compared with the likes of LastPass and RoboForm? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes.
Should you try it free for an entire year? Absolutely.
Bonus deal: Do you love the outdoors? Do you spend a lot of time biking, hiking, boating and/or floating? Then you'll almost certainly want to grab one of these. For a limited time, and while supplies last, eCase (via Amazon) has the Kmashi waterproof Bluetooth speaker/flashlight/power bank for $21.99, shipped free if you're a Prime subscriber. That's after applying coupon code IFUJLMOX at checkout.
Splash-proof (though not submersible), shock-proof and dust-proof, this triangular speaker features Bluetooth 4.0, a 4,800mAh battery (good for 35 hours (!) of playtime unless you use it to charge your phone, which it can also do) and an LED flashlight with three modes: bright, standard and SOS. It's bike mount-friendly, too.
I had the chance to test-drive the Kmashi, and it's a cool little gadget. Very solid, with good (though hard to read) controls and that very handy flashlight. As for sound quality, it's just okay. But for outdoor activities, it doesn't have to be great -- just loud, and in that respect it's a winner. I wouldn't pay $36.99 for this, but $22? Nice accessory.
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